Recall 13V208 covers 5 2013 Brammo Empulse motorcycles for an incorrectly attached high-current cable. Brammo technicians inspect and correct it for free.
Brammo is recalling 5 2013 Empulse electric motorcycles under recall 13V208 because a high current cable was attached incorrectly to the motor controller. The wiring error can trigger an electrical short that causes loss of power while riding or a fire, and the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The high current cable on the 2013 Brammo Empulse is part of the motorcycle's main electric drive system. It carries battery power to the motor controller, which meters that power to the electric motor when you open the throttle. The cable has to stay correctly attached so current remains inside the intended electrical path.
On affected Empulse motorcycles, that cable was attached to the motor controller incorrectly. With the connection in the wrong place or position, electrical current can short instead of flowing only through the designed circuit. That is the defect Brammo identified for recall 13V208.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not rely on a sound, smell, dash message, or change in ride feel to know whether this defect is present.
Who's affected?
| 2013 Brammo Empulse | electrical system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 5 |
Not every 2013 Brammo Empulse motorcycle is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
An electrical short can cut power while you are riding the motorcycle or start a fire. Either problem can lead to a crash or personal injury. Schedule the inspection and repair soon, and stop riding if the motorcycle loses power or shows signs of fire. Repair will be free at any franchised Brammo dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013 Brammo Empulse is included in this recall.
- Contact Brammo customer service at 1-541-482-9555 to schedule the high-current-cable inspection that corrects the motor-controller installation.
- Reference recall number 13V208 when you call, and ask where an authorized technician will inspect the motorcycle.
- Bring the recall notice if Brammo mailed one, along with any service paperwork for the motorcycle.
- Avoid riding until Brammo confirms the high-current cable has been inspected or corrected, because an electrical short can cause loss of power or fire.
What happens at the repair
Brammo has identified the repair path, but the remedy status is not listed as available. Once the repair opens, a Brammo technician will inspect the high current cable where it connects to the motor controller and correct the cable installation as needed. The final dealer repair will be free under the recall once available. The work focuses on making the cable connection secure and properly routed at the controller, so the service visit should center on that cable and its installation.
Timeline
| May 17, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 26, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V208?
Recall 13V208 covers 5 2013 Brammo Empulse electric motorcycles with a high current cable installed incorrectly at the motor controller. That defect can cause an electrical short, loss of power while riding, or fire. Brammo technicians will inspect the cable and correct the installation if needed.
What should I do if my 2013 Brammo Empulse is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 13V208. If it is, contact Brammo at 1-541-482-9555 and ask about the high current cable inspection at the motor controller. Reference recall number 13V208 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 13V208, Brammo technicians will inspect the high current cable at the motor controller and correct its installation if needed.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is loss of power while riding or fire. Brammo reported that an incorrectly attached high current cable can cause an electrical short. Either failure can result in a crash or personal injury, so confirm your VIN and arrange the inspection if your motorcycle is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V208000 |
|---|---|
| Brammo customer service | 1-541-482-9555 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V208 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V208000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →