Buell S3t Thunderbolt: Rear Shock Absorber May Break.
Recall Summary Buell is recalling 1,512 motorcycles (S3T Thunderbolt, M2 Cyclone, X1 Lightning, and S3 Thunderbolt models) because the rear shock absorber may break, causing the underside to drag on the ground and affecting how the bike handles. The fix involves installing a shock absorber reinforcing kit.
- Recalling firm
- BUELL
- Product
- Vehicles: BUELL S3T THUNDERBOLT, BUELL M2 CYCLONE, BUELL X1 LIGHTNING, BUELL S3 THUNDERBOLT. Units affected: 1,512
- Reason
- There is a possibility that the rear shock absorber may break and cause the underside of the machine to drag on the ground. This may adversely affect the handling and could cause an accident. Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and fit shock absorber reinforcing kit.
- Classification
- Class II
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2000-08-07
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
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