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

Buell Motorcycle Co. reported this safety recall on May 6, 1999. It covers about 12,321 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 12,321
reported: May 6, 1999
owners notified: Jun 15, 1999
related complaints: 10

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

Affected vehicles

Buell M2 Cyclone 1997-1999 1997 1998 1999
Buell S1 Lightning 1996-1998 1996 1997 1998
Buell S1 White Lightning 1998 1998
Buell S2T 1996 1996
Buell S2 Thunderbolt 1995-1996 1995 1996
Buell S3 Thunderbolt 1997-1999 1997 1998 1999
Buell S3t Thunderbolt 1997-1998 1997 1998
Buell X1 Lightning 1999 1999

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 10 complaints about fuel system problems.

Questions about recall 99V105000

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

Yes. Recall 99V105000, reported on May 6, 1999, covers about 12,321 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 99V105000?

Dealers will replace the fuel tank vent valve assembly.

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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