1996-1998 Buell M2, Buell S1 and others recall: turn signal

Buell Motorcycle Co. reported this safety recall on February 23, 1998. It covers about 4,724 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 4,724
reported: Feb 23, 1998
owners notified: Mar 3, 1998
related complaints: 3

Exterior lighting: turn signal

What is wrong: Vehicle description: motorcycles. Failure of one or more turn signal lamps would not be indicated to the operator of the vehicle (no noticeable change in the flashing rate of the turn signal indicator light). This does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk: An operator would not be aware that the turn signal lamps were not working.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the turn signal lamps on these motorcycles.

Recall number 98V036000

Affected vehicles

Buell M2 1997-1998 1997 1998
Buell S1 1996-1998 1996 1997 1998
Buell S1W 1998 1998
Buell S3 1997-1998 1997 1998
Buell S3T 1997-1998 1997 1998

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about lights problems.

1997 Buell M2 1998 Buell M2 1996 Buell S1 1997 Buell S1 1998 Buell S1 1998 Buell S1W 1997 Buell S3 1998 Buell S3 1997 Buell S3T 1998 Buell S3T

Questions about recall 98V036000

Is there a recall on the 1996-1998 Buell M2, Buell S1 and others turn signal?

Yes. Recall 98V036000, reported on February 23, 1998, covers about 4,724 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 98V036000?

Dealers will replace the turn signal lamps on these motorcycles.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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