1998 Buell S1W Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

1 safety recall on file

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

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

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

1Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your S1W?

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

1998 Buell S1W recalls

Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal

Recall 98V036Feb 23, 19984,724 vehicles affected

Most common 1998 Buell S1W problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Exterior Lighting1
Fuel System, Gasoline1

What owners report

2003-07-17, Fuel System, Gasoline
CONSUMER STATES THAT THE PAINT IS PEELING OFF THE FUEL TANK, EVENTUALLY THE TANK WILL FALL APART, RESULTING IN FUEL LEAKING ON ENGINE. *AK
1999-08-23, Exterior Lighting
PARTS NOT AVAILABLE ( MANUFACTURING PROBLEM ). (98V-036) *YC

1998 Buell S1W questions

Does the 1998 Buell S1W have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1998 Buell S1W: Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (1), Fuel System, Gasoline (1).

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