CarRecallWatchThe 1998 Buell S3 Thunderbolt has 7 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (4 reports).
1998 Buell S3 Thunderbolt recalls
Most common 1998 Buell S3 Thunderbolt problems
Problem areas named in the 10 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 |
What owners report
NO SUMMARY
RECALLS 99 V 107 000/REAR SHOCK ABSORBER, 99 V 106 000/SWINGARM, 99 V 105 000/FUEL TANK VENT VALVE ASSEMBLY, 99 V 104 000/FUEL TANK MOUNTING, 99 V 086 000/SIDESTAND SWITCH AND 97 V 153 000/FRONT BRAKE ROTOR: DEALER NOTIFIED THE CONSUMER THAT THE MOTORCYCLE HAVE SEVERAL MANUFACTURER'S RECALLS, AND THEY ARE UNABLE TO REPAIR THEM BECAUSE THEY HAD NO PARTS.*AK
NHTSA RECALL 97V153000 AND MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 0807. NO PARTS AVAILABLE.*AK
NHTSA RECALL 99V086000 AND MFR RECALL 0810 CONCERNING MOTORCYCLE REAR SWING ARM PIVOT SHAFT. NO PARTS AVAILABLE. *AK
NHTSA RECALL990V097000 AND MANUFACTURER'S RECALL 0813 CONCERNING MOTORCYCLE'S KICKSTAND. NO PARTS AVAILABLE. *AK
1998 Buell S3 Thunderbolt questions
Does the 1998 Buell S3 Thunderbolt have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 7 safety recalls for the 1998 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 1998 Buell S3 Thunderbolt?
Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (4), Service Brakes, Hydraulic (3), Unknown Or Other (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 1998 Buell S3 Thunderbolt 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.