CarRecallWatchThe 1998 Buell S1 Lightning has 8 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (4 reports).
1998 Buell S1 Lightning recalls
Most common 1998 Buell S1 Lightning problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 4 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
What owners report
RECEIVED EIGHT MANUFACTURER'S RECALL NOTICES. DEALER NOTIFIED AND NO REPAIRS DONE. DEALER INFORMED THAT THEY ARE WAITING ON ALL PARTS BEFORE REPAIRS CAN BE MADE. WAITING SINCE 25 OF MAY 1999. AS OF DECEMBER 30, 1999 PARTS STILL NOT AVAILABLE. *AK
DEALER NOTIFIED OF EIGHT MANUFACTURER'S RECALL NOTICES RECEIVED. AS OF NOW NONE OF THE RECALL REPAIRS WWERE MADE. DEALER INFORMED THAT THEY ARE WAITING ON ALL THE PARTS BEFORE REPAIRS CAN BE MADE. *AK
THE RUBBER ON THE FOOT PEG TURNS WHILE DRIVER'S FOOT IS RESTING ON THE PEG. THE RUBBER AROUND THE FOOT PEG IS ALSO COMING OFF THE PEG. THE DEALER IS AWARE OF THE PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM HAS NOT BEEN CORRECTED. *AK
1998 Buell S1 Lightning questions
Does the 1998 Buell S1 Lightning have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 8 safety recalls for the 1998 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 1998 Buell S1 Lightning?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (4), Suspension (2), Fuel System, Gasoline (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1998 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.