Buell S1W White Lightning problems & recalls
NHTSA records for 1998–1999: 1 recall campaign and 2 owner complaints. Pick a model year.
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Recent recalls
Service Brakes, Hydraulic #97V153000 · 1997 · 2,820 units
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. the e-clip which retains the drive pin on the front brake rotor and carrier can separate from the drive pin allowing the pin to move out of position and come in contact with the front brake caliper.
Risk: This condition can prevent the front wheel from rotating increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: Dealers will repair these motorcycles.
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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 S1W White Lightning.
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