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Buell S3 Thunderbolt Recalls

13 Transport Canada safety recalls for the Buell S3 Thunderbolt, model years 1997–2000. Tap any recall for the hazard, affected models, and corrective action.

Buell S3 Thunderbolt — Engine High risk

Nov 7, 2003 Model years: 1999

On certain motorcycles, the idle control cable can become dislodged from the fuel injection system cable guide due to improper adjustment of the throttle control system. Should thi

Also affects: Buell X1 Lightning

Buell S3 Thunderbolt — Structure High risk

Jul 24, 2000 Model years: 2000

Certain motorcycles were built with a rear shock absorber that could break which could cause the underside of the vehicle to drag on the ground. This could adversely affect handlin

Also affects: Buell M2 Cyclone, Buell S3t Thunderbolt, Buell X1 Lightning

Buell S3 Thunderbolt — Fuel System High risk

Mar 17, 2000 Model years: 1999

On certain motorcycles, the fuel filter could leak. Leaking fuel in the presence of an ignition source, could cause a vehicle fire. Correction: Plastic exterior fuel filter will be

Also affects: Buell X1 Lightning

Buell S3 Thunderbolt — Brakes High risk

Mar 17, 2000 Model years: 1999

Certain motorcycles were built with a rear brake line located in a position that may cause it to become damaged. This could result in brake fluid loss and subsequent loss of rear b

Buell S3 Thunderbolt — Suspension High risk

Oct 22, 1999 Model years: 1997, 1998

Certain motorcycles were built with a swingarm that could break. If this should occur, vehicle handling could be adversely affected which could lead to a vehicle crash without prio

Also affects: Buell M2 Cyclone, Buell S1 Lightning, Buell S1w White Lightning, Buell S2 Thunderbolt, Buell S2t Thunderbolt

Buell S3 Thunderbolt — Suspension High risk

Oct 22, 1999 Model years: 1997, 1998

On certain motorcycles, the rear shock absorber eye could break. If the shock absorber eye should break, the underside of the vehicle will drag on the ground, which may adversely a

Also affects: Buell M2 Cyclone, Buell S1 Lightning, Buell S1w White Lightning, Buell S2 Thunderbolt, Buell S2t Thunderbolt

Buell S3 Thunderbolt — Fuel System High risk

Oct 22, 1999 Model years: 1997, 1998, 1999

On certain motorcycles, the fuel tank valve assembly could become plugged. Under certain conditions this could cause the carburetor to overflow fuel which could result in a fire. T

Also affects: Buell M2 Cyclone, Buell S1 Lightning, Buell S1w White Lightning, Buell S2 Thunderbolt, Buell S2t Thunderbolt

Buell S3 Thunderbolt — Structure High risk

Oct 22, 1999 Model years: 1997, 1998

Certain motorcycles were built with an isolator mount system that could lose clamp load. Should this condition occur, it may allow the engine to move unexpectedly within the frame

Also affects: Buell M2 Cyclone, Buell S1 Lightning, Buell S1w White Lightning, Buell S3t Thunderbolt

Buell S3 Thunderbolt — Electrical High risk

Oct 22, 1999 Model years: 1997, 1998, 1999

On certain motorcycles, the side stand switch could become inoperative. This condition could cause the engine to stall or quit when riding which could result in a crash without pri

Also affects: Buell M2 Cyclone, Buell S1 Lightning, Buell S1w White Lightning, Buell S3t Thunderbolt, Buell X1 Lightning

Buell S3 Thunderbolt — Structure High risk

Oct 22, 1999 Model years: 1997, 1998, 1999

On certain motorcycles, the fuel tank mount system could, in the event of a collision, allow the fuel tank to become separated. Fuel tank separation could result in personal injury

Also affects: Buell M2 Cyclone, Buell S1 Lightning, Buell S1w White Lightning, Buell S2 Thunderbolt, Buell S2t Thunderbolt

Buell S3 Thunderbolt — Suspension High risk

Sep 23, 1998 Model years: 1999

Certain motorcycles were built with swingarms that were manufactured out of specifications. This condition could cause the rear suspension to fail. Correction: Swingarms will be re

Also affects: Buell M2 Cyclone, Buell X1 Lightning

Buell S3 Thunderbolt — Lights And Instruments High risk

Mar 27, 1998 Model years: 1997, 1998

Certain motorcyles do not comply with CMVSS 108 - Lighting System and Retroreflective Devices. Failure of one or more turn signal lamps would not be indicated to the operator of th

Also affects: Buell M2 Cyclone, Buell S1 Lightning, Buell S1w White Lightning, Buell S3t Thunderbolt

Buell S3 Thunderbolt — Brakes High risk

Nov 27, 1997 Model years: 1997, 1998

On certain motorcycles, the drive pin(s) used on the front brake rotor could move out of position and come in contact with the front brake caliper. This condition could prevent the

Also affects: Buell M2 Cyclone, Buell S1 Lightning, Buell S1w White Lightning, Buell S3t Thunderbolt

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