Recall 99V-097: 1997–1999 Buell M2 Cyclone, 1996–1998 Buell S1 Lightning and 4 more

BUELL MOTORCYCLE CO. recall for unknown or other, reported to NHTSA on Apr 29, 1999, covering about 10,255 vehicles.

NHTSA number
99V-097
Report date
Apr 29, 1999
Vehicles affected
10,255
Owners notified
Jun 24, 1999

The problem

Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a sidestand switch that could become inoperative

The risk

This condition can cause the engine to stall/quit when riding.

The fix

Dealers will replace the sidestand switch.

Notes

Owner notification began june 24, 1999.owners who take their vehicles 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 1-414-343-8400. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerBUELL MOTORCYCLE CO.
ComponentUnknown or Other
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number99V097000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Buell M2 Cyclone1997, 1998, 1999All years
Buell S1 Lightning1996, 1997, 1998All years
Buell S1 White Lightning1998All years
Buell S3 Thunderbolt1997, 1998, 1999All years
Buell S3T Thunderbolt1997, 1998All years
Buell X1 Lightning1999All 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 99V-097?

Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a sidestand switch that could become inoperative

How is recall 99V-097 fixed?

Dealers will replace the sidestand switch.

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.