1995-1998 Buell M2 Cyclone, Buell S1 Lightning and others recall: rear

Buell Motorcycle Co. reported this safety recall on May 6, 1999. It covers about 8,950 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 8,950
reported: May 6, 1999
owners notified: Jul 8, 1999
related complaints: 18

Suspension: rear

What is wrong: Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a swingarm that could break.
Risk: If the swingarm should break, loss of vehicle control could occur.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the swingarm.

Recall number 99V106000

Affected vehicles

Buell M2 Cyclone 1997-1998 1997 1998
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 1997-1998 1997 1998
Buell S3t Thunderbolt 1997-1998 1997 1998

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 18 complaints about suspension problems.

Questions about recall 99V106000

Is there a recall on the 1995-1998 Buell M2 Cyclone, Buell S1 Lightning and others rear?

Yes. Recall 99V106000, reported on May 6, 1999, covers about 8,950 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 99V106000?

Dealers will replace the swingarm.

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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