NHTSA recall 00V163000
Suspension · BUELL-out of business
Details
What's wrong: The rear shock absorber can break, dragging the underside of the vehicle on the ground.
Why it matters: This could affect the handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will install a shock reinforcement package (srp) which protects the structual integrity of the suspension system. A new shock absorber is currently being developed. When the new shock absorber is available, if an owner choses, they can have it installed at no charge through the dealer…
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
- 1999 Buell M2 Cyclone
- 2000 Buell M2 Cyclone
- 2000 Buell S3 THUNDERBOLT
- 2000 Buell S3-T THUNDERBOLT
- 2000 Buell X1 LIGHTNING
- Buell M2 Cyclone
- Buell S3 THUNDERBOLT
- Buell S3-T THUNDERBOLT
- Buell X1 LIGHTNING
All model years NHTSA lists
1999 Buell M2 Cyclone, 2000 Buell M2 Cyclone, 2000 Buell S3 Thunderbolt, 2000 Buell S3T Thunderbolt, 2000 Buell X1 Lightning.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 00V163000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.