Dt: the contact owns a 1999 buell x1 lightning motorcycle. The motorcycle has a belt instead of the chain, the rear brake line severed because of the belt. After riding the motorcycle the consumer parked the motorcycle and noticed brake fluid covering the outside of the engine, and the plastic molding of the motorcycle. Also, there was brake fluid on the ground where the consumer parked the motorcycle. The consumer stated the brake pedal was pressing completely down but not stopping as well as it had before. The consumer has contacted the manufacturer twice. The local dealer informed the consumer that he would have to cover the expense of the repair. The consumer stated that the routine maintenance had just been performed on the motorcycle.
The worst 1999 Buell X1 Lightning problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes1
- Fuel system1
Problems by type
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- Brakes1
- Fuel system1
Recalls 7
Vehicle speed control: cables
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles equipped exclusively with a fuel injection system, the idle control cable can become dislodged from the fuel injection system cable guide due to improper adjustment of the throttle control system.
- Risk
- Should this occur, the throttle may not return to the idle position when the operator's hand is removed from the twist grip, increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle, which could result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a throttle cable clamp, which serves to ensure retention of the throttle control cables in the cable guide. Owner notification is expected to begin during november or december 2003. Owners should contact buell at 1‑414‑343‑8400.
Recall number 03V427000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: motorcycles. The fuel filter can leak.
- Risk
- Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fuel filter.
Recall number 00V038000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: motorcycles. The rear brake reservoir hose can chafe, resulting in loss of brake fluid.
- Risk
- Should this occur, the rider could experience loss of rear braking capabilities.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the rear brake reservoir hose and replace the hose if ncessary.
Recall number 99V133000 · Recall details
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: motorcycles. The positive battery cable can contact the battery carrier.
- Risk
- Should this occur, the motorcycle could stall or quit.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the positive battery cable routing and correct it if there is any sign of contact.
Recall number 99V134000 · Recall details
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- 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
Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: motorcycles. The rear brake line can chafe, resulting in loss of brake fluid.
- Risk
- Should this occur, the rider could experience loss of rear braking capabilities.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the rear brake line.
Recall number 99V096000 · Recall details
Unknown or other
- 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
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Defect investigations
Throttle fails to return to idle
To address the problem described above, buell is recalling those fuel-injected motorcycles that it built without a throttle cable control clamp.for more information on this subject, please refer to the memorandum entitled the scope of buell's safety recall, 03v‑427 copy attached.
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What 1999 Buell X1 Lightning owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Side stand switch was replaced 3 weeks ago on a previous recall by mfg!
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Questions about the 1999 Buell X1 Lightning
Is the 1999 Buell X1 Lightning reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1999 Buell X1 Lightning, fewer than a typical X1 Lightning model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1999 Buell X1 Lightning?
Brakes, with 1 complaint. Next is fuel system (1).
How many recalls does the 1999 Buell X1 Lightning have?
7 recalls, covering vehicle speed control, fuel system, gasoline and service brakes, hydraulic.
Was there a recall on the 1999 Buell X1 Lightning brakes?
Yes, 2 recalls: 99V133000, 99V096000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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