- The problem
- Vehicle description: motorcycles. Failure of one or more turn signal lamps would not be indicated to the operator of the vehicle (no noticeable change in the flashing rate of the turn signal indicator light). This does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 108, "Lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
- The risk
- An operator would not be aware that the turn signal lamps were not working.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the turn signal lamps on these motorcycles.
Vehicle safety record
1997 Buell M2 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the 1997 Buell M2 with NHTSA, most often about the engine & cooling (1) and the suspension (1). Those complaints describe 1 crash, 1 fire and 4 injuries. It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in February 1998 for the turn signal. For comparison, the 1998 has 1.
NHTSA data checked
FFar more problems than a typical M2 year, for its age
#234 most complained-about 1997 vehicle
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 1
- Fires
- 1
- Injuries
- 4
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 1997 Buell M2 problems
Share of all 3 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
1997 Buell M2 recalls 1
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
What owners say
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3 complaints about the 1997 Buell M2
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
This part was replaced as a recall item. The replacement part failed immediatly. The dealer was not given athorization to do this recall. They would not release my vehicle without it being done. This was '!@#$%. Then the recalled part failed immediately. I want to be contacted. No safety defect mentioned. *Ak
Rear shock that was installed on my vehicle as a recall item has failed. *Ak
Dealer notified owner no parts available for the front isolator motor mount. *Ak
Buell M2: every year compared
All M2 years1997 Buell M2 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 Buell M2 | 3 | 1 | F | |
| 1997 Buell S1 Lightning | 7 | 8 | C | Compare |
| 1997 Buell M2 Cyclone | 4 | 8 | D | Compare |
| 1997 Buell S3 Thunderbolt | 2 | 7 | C | Compare |
| 1997 Buell Cyclone | 2 | 1 | - | Compare |
| 1997 Buell Thunderbolt | 1 | 0 | C | Compare |
| 1997 Buell S3 | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1997 Buell S3T | 1 | 1 | C | Compare |
| 1997 Buell Buell | 1 | 0 | - | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 1997 Buell M2
Does the 1997 Buell M2 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 1997 Buell M2: turn signal (February 1998). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 Buell M2?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the engine & cooling (1), suspension (1).
How many complaints has the 1997 Buell M2 had?
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on October 5, 1999 and the latest on January 29, 2002. Of these, 1 describe a crash and 1 a fire, and together they report 4 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 1997 Buell M2 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 18 out of 100 (grade F: far more problems than a typical Buell M2 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
Which Buell M2 years have the most complaints?
1997 (3), 2002 (2), 1998 (1). See every Buell M2 year compared.
What should I do if my 1997 Buell M2 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data