Recall 99V-107: 1997–1998 Buell M2 Cyclone, 1996–1998 Buell S1 Lightning and 5 more

BUELL MOTORCYCLE CO. recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on May 6, 1999, covering about 8,950 vehicles.

NHTSA number
99V-107
Report date
May 6, 1999
Vehicles affected
8,950
Owners notified
Jun 28, 1999

The problem

Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a rear shock absorber front eye that could break.

The risk

If the shock eye should break, the underside of the vehicle will drag on the ground possibly causing loss of vehicle control.

The fix

Dealers will replace the rear shock absorber.

Notes

Owner notification began june 28, 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.
ComponentSuspension › Rear › Shock Absorber
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number99V107000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Buell M2 Cyclone1997, 1998All years
Buell S1 Lightning1996, 1997, 1998All years
Buell S1 White Lightning1998All years
Buell S2 Thunderbolt1995, 1996All years
Buell S2T1996All years
Buell S3 Thunderbolt1997, 1998All years
Buell S3T Thunderbolt1997, 1998All 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-107?

Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a rear shock absorber front eye that could break.

How is recall 99V-107 fixed?

Dealers will replace the rear shock absorber.

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.