Defect Description For Recall
Vehicle Description: Motorcycles. The Rear Shock Absorber Can Break, Dragging The Underside Of The Vehicle On The Ground.
Make Of Vehicle
BUELL
Model Of Vehicle
X1 LIGHTNING
Year
2000
Recall Campaign Number
00V163000
Component Description
Suspension:Rear
Effect Of Defect
This Could Affect The Handling, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Install A Shock Reinforcement Package (Srp) Which Protects The Structual Integrity Of The Suspension System. A New Shock Absorber Is Currently Being Developed. When The New Shock Absorber Is Available, If An Owner Choses, They Can Have It Installed At No Charge Through The Dealer Network.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Buell Motorcycle Co.
Start Of Manufacture
19980105
End Of Manufacture
20000331
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
6219
Date Owners Notified
20000726
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Buell Motorcycle Co.
Date Report Received
20000616