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1995-1999 Buell M2 Cyclone, Buell S1 Lightning and others recall: mounting

Buell Motorcycle Co. reported this safety recall on May 6, 1999. It covers about 10,556 vehicles.

vehicles affected
10,556
reported
May 6, 1999
owners notified
Jun 4, 1999
related complaints
9

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting

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

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 9 complaints about fuel system problems.

1997 Buell M2 Cyclone1998 Buell M2 Cyclone1999 Buell M2 Cyclone1996 Buell S1 Lightning1997 Buell S1 Lightning1998 Buell S1 Lightning1998 Buell S1 White Lightning1996 Buell S2T1995 Buell S2 Thunderbolt1996 Buell S2 Thunderbolt1997 Buell S3 Thunderbolt1998 Buell S3 Thunderbolt

Questions about recall 99V104000

Is there a recall on the 1995-1999 Buell M2 Cyclone, Buell S1 Lightning and others mounting?

Yes. Recall 99V104000, reported on May 6, 1999, covers about 10,556 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 99V104000?

Dealers will replace the fuel tank mount system.

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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