CarRecallWatchThe 1999 Buell S3 has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Suspension (2 reports).
1Recalls
3Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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1999 Buell S3 recalls
Most common 1999 Buell S3 problems
Problem areas named in the 3 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Suspension | 2 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
THE CYCLE HAS CRACKED SHOCK ABSORBERS ON THE REAR SUSPENSIONS THAT ARE ON RECALL. THE CONSUMER CALLED THE MANUFACTURER, WHO CLAIMED THE RECALL DID NOT AFFECT THE CONSUMER'S CYCLE. A DEALER INFORMED THE CONSUMER THAT THE SHOCK ABSORBER ON THE CYCLE WERE IN FACT THE RECALLED EQUIPMENT. RECALL NO. #98V199000,BUELL/SWING ARM. *NM
THERE ARE TWO BOLTS THAT HOLD THE FRONT OF THE ENGINE TO THE FRAME. THE ENGINE IS A CRITICAL STRUCTURAL MEMBER OF THE FRAME. ONE OF THE BOLTS WAS LOOSE, THE OTHER WAS BROKEN. HAD THE OTHER BROKE I WOULD PROBABLY HAVE CRASHED.*AK
RECALL 98 V 199 000/SWING ARM : ALSO OTHER MANUFACTURER'S RECALL NOTICE RECEIVED ON A FUEL TANK, KICK STAND SWITCH, AND A BRAKE LINE. NONE OF RECALLS HAVE BEEN HONORED SINCE ABOVE INCIDENT DATE. DEALER: SON HARLEY DAVIDSON, DENVER,CO; PHONE# 303/287-7566, STILL UNABLE TO HONOR RECALL. ASKING NHTSA HELP IN THIS MATTER. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER DETAILS ON THIS MATTER. *AK
1999 Buell S3 questions
Does the 1999 Buell S3 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1999 Buell S3: Suspension:Rear. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1999 Buell S3?
Based on 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Suspension (2), Unknown Or Other (1), Fuel System, Gasoline (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 1999 Buell S3 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.