1996 Buell S1 Lightning recalls

There are 6 safety recalls on record for the 1996 Buell S1 Lightning, covering 54,910 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

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cablesReported April 29, 1999 · 3,878 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Vehicle description: motorcycles. Motion of the battery cable can lead to breakage of its terminal.
Risk: This condition can cause the engine to stall/quit when riding.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and/or replace the negative battery cable.

Recall number 99V095000 · 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

Questions about the 1996 Buell S1 Lightning recalls

How do I check if my 1996 Buell S1 Lightning has an open recall?

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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 1996 Buell S1 Lightning have?

6, covering fuel system, gasoline, suspension and electrical system.

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