1998 Buell S1W White Lightning Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

The 1998 Buell S1W White Lightning has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Exterior Lighting (1 report).

1Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your S1W White Lightning?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1998 Buell S1W White Lightning recalls

Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Recall 97V153Sep 12, 19972,820 vehicles affected

Most common 1998 Buell S1W White Lightning problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Exterior Lighting1
Structure1
Electrical System1
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Engine And Engine Cooling1
Suspension1

What owners report

1999-08-04, Exterior Lighting
CONSUMER RECEIVED EIGHT MANUFACTURER'S . RECALLS FROM 18 MAY 99 THROUGH 20TH JULY 99, AND DEALER HAS NOT REPAIRED ANY OF THEM BECAUSE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE: 1. 808 TURN SIGNAL, 2. 810 FRONT ISOLATOR MOUNT 3. 811 NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE 4. 813 SIDE STAND SWITCH 5. 814 FUEL TANK MOUNT 6. 815 FUEL TANK VENT 7. 816 SWING ARM AND 8. 817 SHOCK ABSORBER.... CAN NHTSA HELP OR PROVIDE ANY INFORMATION ON THIS MATTER. AK

1998 Buell S1W White Lightning questions

Does the 1998 Buell S1W White Lightning have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1998 Buell S1W White Lightning: Service Brakes, Hydraulic. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Buell S1W White Lightning?

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (1), Structure (1), Electrical System (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Buell S1W White 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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