Recall 95V-153: 1995 Buell S2 Thunderbolt

BUELL MOTORCYCLE CO. recall for unknown or other, reported to NHTSA on Aug 14, 1995, covering about 970 vehicles.

NHTSA number
95V-153
Report date
Aug 14, 1995
Vehicles affected
970
Owners notified
Aug 8, 1995

The problem

The fairing mount assembly bracket can crack and detach from the frame.

The risk

If the bracket fails, the fairing could contact the front fender causing the operator to lose control of the motorcycle increasingthe potential for a vehicle accident.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the motorcycles and install an instrument panel stabilizer. Some motorcycles may already have the stabilizer installed.

Notes

System: equipment; motorcycle fairing.vehicle description: motorcycles. Note: owners who take their motorcycles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buell at 1-414-935-8400. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

ManufacturerBUELL MOTORCYCLE CO.
ComponentUnknown or Other
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number95V153000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Buell S2 Thunderbolt1995All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 95V-153?

The fairing mount assembly bracket can crack and detach from the frame.

How is recall 95V-153 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the motorcycles and install an instrument panel stabilizer. Some motorcycles may already have the stabilizer installed.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.