1997 Buell S1 Lightning Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

8 safety recalls on file

The 1997 Buell S1 Lightning has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Suspension (7 reports).

8Recalls
7Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1997 Buell S1 Lightning recalls

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Mounting

Recall 99V104May 6, 199910,556 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Recall 99V105May 6, 199912,321 vehicles affected

Suspension:Rear

Recall 99V106May 6, 19998,950 vehicles affected

Suspension:Rear:Shock Absorber

Recall 99V107May 6, 19998,950 vehicles affected

Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery:Cables

Recall 99V095Apr 29, 19993,878 vehicles affected

Unknown Or Other

Recall 99V097Apr 29, 199910,255 vehicles affected

Suspension:Front

Recall 99V086Apr 26, 19995,208 vehicles affected

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Recall 97V153Sep 12, 19972,820 vehicles affected

Most common 1997 Buell S1 Lightning problems

Problem areas named in the 7 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Suspension7
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Unknown Or Other1
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Electrical System1

What owners report

2000-06-21, Suspension
WAS UNABLE TO GET SIX MANUFACTURER'S RECALL NOTICES HONORED BY DEALER BECAUSE NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
2000-04-20, Suspension
NHTSA RECALL 99V086000 AND MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 0810/ SUSPENSION: MOTORCYCLE. NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. *AK
2000-04-20, Suspension
NHTSA RECALL 99V086000 AND MFR RECALL 0810./ SUSPENSION: MOTORCYCLE. NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. *AK
2000-04-20, Suspension
NHTSA RECALL 99V095000 AND MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 0811/ SUSPENSION: MOTORCYCLE. NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. *AK
2000-04-20, Suspension
NHTSA RECALL 99V097000 AND MFR RECALL 0813/ SUSPENSION: MOTORCYCLE. NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. *AK

1997 Buell S1 Lightning questions

Does the 1997 Buell S1 Lightning have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 1997 Buell S1 Lightning: Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Mounting; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly; Suspension:Rear; Suspension:Rear:Shock Absorber; Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery:Cables. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1997 Buell S1 Lightning?

Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (7), Fuel System, Gasoline (1), Unknown Or Other (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1997 Buell S1 Lightning has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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