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

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: Jun 28, 1999
related complaints: 18

Suspension: rear: shock absorber

What is wrong: Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a rear shock absorber front eye that could break.
Risk: If the shock eye should break, the underside of the vehicle will drag on the ground possibly causing loss of vehicle control.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear shock absorber.

Recall number 99V107000

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 99V107000

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

Yes. Recall 99V107000, reported on May 6, 1999, covers about 8,950 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 99V107000?

Dealers will replace the rear shock absorber.

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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