Buell S2T problems & recalls

Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. these motorcycles were built with a fuel tank vent valve assembly that could become plugged.

Risk: Under certain conditions, this could cause the carburetor to overflow fuel which could result in a fire. this condition could also prevent sufficient fuel flow, which could cause the engine to misfire or stall.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank vent valve assembly.

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

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

Fix: Dealers will replace the rear shock absorber.

Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. these motorcycles were built with a swingarm that could break.

Risk: If the swingarm should break, loss of vehicle control could occur.

Fix: Dealers will replace the swingarm.

Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. these motorcycles were built with a fuel tank mount system that could, in the event of a crash, allow the fuel tank to separate from the motorcycle.

Risk: This could result in an explosion or fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank mount system.

Problem: The throttle cable wheel of the carburetor can move on its shaft and come in contact with the carburetor support bracket.

Risk: This could prevent the throttle from returning to the idle position, increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

Fix: Dealers will install a new throttle shaft on the affected motorcycles.