Buell Cyclone problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 1997–2000: 1 recall campaign and 3 owner complaints. Pick a model year.
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What owners complain about (all years)
Recent recalls
Service Brakes, Hydraulic #97V022000 · 1997 · 505 units
Problem: The front brake line hose can kink during front brake action.
Risk: This condition can impede the return brake fluid flow and prohibit the immediate release of the front brake caliper pistons increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and readjust the front brake line guide.
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Recall and complaint data tells you what goes wrong. A service manual tells you how to fix it: torque specs, wiring diagrams, fluid capacities and step-by-step procedures for the Cyclone.
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