Recall 13V262 affects 87 2013 Brammo Empulse motorcycles for rear tail bracket fatigue. Repair is free at any franchised Brammo dealer.
Brammo is recalling 87 2013 Empulse motorcycles because the rear tail assembly bracket can fatigue and let the tail assembly break off while riding. If the assembly breaks off, it can contact the rear wheel and increase crash risk; the Brammo dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The rear tail assembly bracket on the 2013 Brammo Empulse is the support structure that holds the motorcycle's rear tail assembly in place. That tail assembly includes the rear body section behind the rider, so the bracket has to carry vibration and road shock while keeping the assembly attached to the motorcycle.
On affected Empulse motorcycles, the bracket can fatigue. Fatigue means the metal or mounting structure weakens after repeated flexing, vibration, and load. Once the bracket loses enough strength, the rear tail assembly can break away while the motorcycle is being ridden.
There is no warning sign before failure. Because the problem is in the support bracket, an owner should not count on a sound, light, or handling change before the tail assembly separates.
Who's affected?
| 2013 Brammo Empulse | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 87 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the rear tail assembly breaks off, contact with the rear wheel increases the risk of a crash. Check the rear tail area before riding, ride cautiously, and schedule the recall repair soon. 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.
- Call Brammo at 1-541-482-9555 to confirm the free rear-tail-section repair path for recall number 13V262.
- Contact a franchised Brammo dealer to schedule the rear tail section assembly replacement that fixes the fatigue-prone bracket.
- Bring the owner notice Brammo mailed after July 25, 2013, or reference recall number 13V262 when you call.
- Avoid riding until the repair is complete if the rear tail assembly is loose or damaged.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Brammo technician replaces the rear tail section assembly with a newer version designed not to fatigue and break off while riding. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. The remedy began on July 25, 2013, so confirm the current repair path for your VIN before arranging service.
Timeline
| June 24, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 25, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V262?
Recall 13V262 covers 87 2013 Brammo Empulse motorcycles with a rear tail assembly bracket that can fatigue and let the rear tail assembly break off while riding. If the assembly contacts the rear wheel, crash risk increases. Dealers replace the rear tail section assembly free of charge.
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 13V262. If it is, contact a Brammo dealer or call Brammo at 1-541-482-9555 to arrange the rear tail section assembly replacement. Reference recall number 13V262 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Brammo dealers replace the rear tail section assembly with a new version that is not susceptible to the same failure, free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that the rear tail assembly can break off while the motorcycle is being ridden. If it contacts the rear wheel, crash risk increases. Check your VIN first, then arrange the free dealer repair if your motorcycle is included.
What if I bought my Brammo Empulse used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recalls follow the motorcycle, not the first owner. If you never received Brammo's owner notice after the recall began on July 25, 2013, check your VIN and reference recall number 13V262 when contacting a dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V262000 |
|---|---|
| Brammo customer service | 1-541-482-9555 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V262 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V262000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (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 →