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1998 Buell M2 Cyclone recalls

There are 7 safety recalls on record for the 1998 Buell M2 Cyclone, covering 59,060 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mountingReported May 6, 1999 · 10,556 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a fuel tank mount system that could, in the event of a crash, allow the fuel tank to separate from the motorcycle.
Risk
This could result in an explosion or fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel tank mount system.

Recall number 99V104000 · Recall details

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assemblyReported May 6, 1999 · 12,321 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a fuel tank vent valve assembly that could become plugged.
Risk
Under certain conditions, this could cause the carburetor to overflow fuel which could result in a fire. This condition could also prevent sufficient fuel flow, which could cause the engine to misfire or stall.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel tank vent valve assembly.

Recall number 99V105000 · Recall details

Suspension: rearReported May 6, 1999 · 8,950 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a swingarm that could break.
Risk
If the swingarm should break, loss of vehicle control could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the swingarm.

Recall number 99V106000 · Recall details

Suspension: rear: shock absorberReported May 6, 1999 · 8,950 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a rear shock absorber front eye that could break.
Risk
If the shock eye should break, the underside of the vehicle will drag on the ground possibly causing loss of vehicle control.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear shock absorber.

Recall number 99V107000 · Recall details

Unknown or otherReported April 29, 1999 · 10,255 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a sidestand switch that could become inoperative
Risk
This condition can cause the engine to stall/quit when riding.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the sidestand switch.

Recall number 99V097000 · Recall details

Suspension: frontReported April 26, 1999 · 5,208 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The front isolator mount system can lose clamp load and possibly break.
Risk
This could lead to an unintended distraction to the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front isolator mount system.

Recall number 99V086000 · Recall details

Service brakes, hydraulicReported September 12, 1997 · 2,820 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The e-clip which retains the drive pin on the front brake rotor and carrier can separate from the drive pin allowing the pin to move out of position and come in contact with the front brake caliper.
Risk
This condition can prevent the front wheel from rotating increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will repair these motorcycles.

Recall number 97V153000 · Recall details

Questions about the 1998 Buell M2 Cyclone recalls

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Do I have to pay for a recall repair?

No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.

How many recalls does the 1998 Buell M2 Cyclone have?

7, covering fuel system, gasoline, suspension and unknown or other.

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