CarRecallWatchThe 1997 Buell S3 Thunderbolt has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (1 report).
1997 Buell S3 Thunderbolt recalls
Most common 1997 Buell S3 Thunderbolt problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
What owners report
TRAVELING COUNTRY ROAD AT ~60 MPH, WHILE ROUNDING CORNER. MOTORCYCLE STARTED VIBRATING HEAVILY. I WAS ABLE TO SAFELY PULL TO SIDE OF ROAD. BUELL STATED THAT PROPER WARRANTY REPAIR HAD BEEN DONE FOR PREVIOUS OWNER, BUT THAT THEY WOULD GOODWILL THE MOTORMOUNT WHICH HAD FAILED. BUT WOULD NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE LABOR COSTS NOR FOR THE DAMAGED FRONT CYLINDER HEAD THAT IS BOLTED TO THE MOTOR MOUNT.*AK
NHTSA RECALL 99V107000 AND MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 0817 CONCERNING SUSPENSION FAILURE. RECALL REPAIRS FAILED TWICE. *AK
1997 Buell S3 Thunderbolt questions
Does the 1997 Buell S3 Thunderbolt have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 1997 Buell S3 Thunderbolt: Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Mounting; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly; Suspension:Rear; Suspension:Rear:Shock Absorber; Unknown Or Other. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Buell S3 Thunderbolt?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (1), Structure (1), Engine And Engine Cooling (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1997 Buell S3 Thunderbolt has been fixed?
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