Tl*the contact owns a 2000 buell x1 lightning. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number 00v163000 (suspension:rear), which stated that the dealer will install a shock reinforcement package (srp). The package is intended to protect the structural integrity of the suspension system. The dealer installed the shock reinforce package, but they would not install the second half of the recall, which stated that a new shock absorber was currently being developed. When the new shock absorber is available, it can be installed for free through the dealer network. The contact stated that the recall system indicated that his recall was already taken care of; therefore, the dealer will not complete the second portion. The failure mileage was 9,000.
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Recalls 2
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
Suspension: rear
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: motorcycles. The rear shock absorber can break, dragging the underside of the vehicle on the ground.
- Risk
- This could affect the handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a shock reinforcement package (srp) which protects the structual integrity of the suspension system. A new shock absorber is currently being developed. When the new shock absorber is available, if an owner choses, they can have it installed at no charge through the dealer network.
Recall number 00V163000 · 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 2000 Buell X1 Lightning owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I own a buell motorcycle year 2000 model x1 lightning. There was a recall for a defective rear shock absorbers, the federal safety agency campaign id number: 00v163000. The recall was completed and a shock reinforcement package was installed. The old defective shock was left on the vehicle. There is a warning on the shock that states that this shock still has defects and that it could collapse. I don't feel safe riding this motorcycle in its present condition. It states in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 00v163000 under remedy: dealers will install a shock reinforcement package (srp) which protects the structural integrity of the suspension system. A new shock absorber is currently being developed. When the new shock absorber is available, if an owner chooses, they can have it installed at no charge through the dealer network. I was not aware that the manufacturer was installing a new upgraded shock they never contacted me about this. I have spoken to them on the phone and they will not update this shock according to the remedy on the recall. I would like the new updated shock so that I don't have a future accident with the defective shock that is still on the motorcycle. The manufacturer has updated this shock for other beull owners as it is stated in the remedy portion of the recall. According to the federal safety agency remedy buell has not satisfied the remedy for my motorcycle, as I have chosen to have the new shock absorber installed from the dealer at no charge. They stated that they will not complete the remedy.
The rear shock absorber is leaking oil very heavily. Found recall number 10808 00 v 163 000. Please provide any further information. Nlm
Consumer received recall 00v163000, but dealer doesn't have parts.
Recall 00v163 000/rear shock absorber: dealer unable to honor recall because no parts were available. Recall notice stated at parts would be available 24 july 2000. Manufacturer contacted, and informed consumer that parts were available . Can the federal safety agency help in this matter.
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Is the 2000 Buell X1 Lightning reliable?
Owners have filed 5 complaints about the 2000 Buell X1 Lightning, close to a typical X1 Lightning model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Buell X1 Lightning?
Suspension, with 5 complaints.
How many recalls does the 2000 Buell X1 Lightning have?
2 recalls, covering vehicle speed control and suspension.
Was there a recall on the 2000 Buell X1 Lightning suspension?
Yes, 1 recall: 00V163000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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