5 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - SUSPENSION:REAR
Posted on: 2000-06-16
Description
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The rear shock absorber can break, dragging the underside of the vehicle on the ground.
Consequence
This could affect the handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
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.
Notes
Owner notification began july 26, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buell at 1-414-343-8400. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #2 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
Posted on: 1999-06-07
Description
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were manufactured with an incorrect air cleaner component.
Consequence
This component could restrict air flow into the float bowl of the carburetor, causing fuel to overflow, which could result in a fire. This could also prevent sufficient fuel flow, which could cause the engine to misfire or stall.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the float bowl vent assembly for proper venting and correct this condition if necessary.
Notes
Owner notification began june 4, 1999. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buell at 1-414-343-8400.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #3 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:MOUNTING
Posted on: 1999-05-10
Description
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a fuel tank mount system that could, in the event of a crash, allow the fuel tank to separate from the motorcycle.
Consequence
This could result in an explosion or fire.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the fuel tank mount system.
Notes
Owner notification began june 4, 1999. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buell at 1-414-343-8400.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #4 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Posted on: 1999-05-10
Description
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a fuel tank vent valve assembly that could become plugged.
Consequence
Under certain conditions, this could cause the carburetor to overflow fuel which could result in a fire. This condition could also prevent sufficient fuel flow, which could cause the engine to misfire or stall.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the fuel tank vent valve assembly.
Notes
Owner notification began june 15, 1999.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buell at 1-414-343-8400.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
DEFECT #5 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Posted on: 1999-04-29
Description
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a sidestand switch that could become inoperative
Consequence
This condition can cause the engine to stall/quit when riding.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the sidestand switch.
Notes
Owner notification began june 24, 1999.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buell at 1-414-343-8400. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).