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Buell S3t Thunderbolt Recalls

10 Transport Canada safety recalls for the Buell S3t Thunderbolt, model years 1997–2002. Tap any recall for the hazard, affected models, and corrective action.

Buell S3t Thunderbolt — Structure High risk

Jan 14, 2002 Model years: 2002

Certain motorcycles were built with a rear shock front mount that is cracked and could break allowing the suspension to drop unexpectedly. This could cause a loss of control of the

Also affects: Buell M2 Cyclone, Buell X1 Lightning

Buell S3t 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 S3 Thunderbolt, Buell X1 Lightning

Buell S3t Thunderbolt — Electrical High risk

Oct 22, 1999 Model years: 1997, 1998

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 S3 Thunderbolt, Buell X1 Lightning

Buell S3t Thunderbolt — Structure High risk

Oct 22, 1999 Model years: 1997, 1998

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 S3t Thunderbolt — Suspension High risk

Oct 22, 1999 Model years: 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 S3t 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 S3t Thunderbolt — Fuel System High risk

Oct 22, 1999 Model years: 1997, 1998

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 S3t 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 S3 Thunderbolt

Buell S3t 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 S3 Thunderbolt

Buell S3t 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 S3 Thunderbolt

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