- The problem
- Certain motorcycles were built with a front shock mount that is cracked and could break allowing the suspension to drop unexpectedly.
- The risk
- This could cause a loss of control of the motorcycle.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the broken shock mount. Owner notification began january 9, 2002. 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 1-414-342-4680.
Vehicle safety record
2002 Buell M2 Problems, complaints & recalls
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2002 Buell M2 with NHTSA, most often about the wheels & tires (2) and the seats & seat belts (1). It is covered by 1 recall, the latest in January 2002 for the shock ABSorber.
NHTSA data checked
BFewer problems than a typical M2 year, for its age
#356 most complained-about 2002 vehicle
- Complaints
- 2
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
Most common 2002 Buell M2 problems
Share of all 2 complaints. One complaint can name more than one area. Tap an area for its complaints and recalls.
2002 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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2 complaints about the 2002 Buell M2
Newest first, as filed with NHTSA by owners.
2002 Buell m2 motorcycle. Consumer writes in regards to a defective pirelli scorpion tire *tgw while riding the motorcycle, all of a sudden the consumer lost steering in the front tire and almost crashed, but his arm strength prevented it from happening. When the incident occurred, the consumer grabbed the handle bars and exerted over 150 pounds of pressure, along with decreasing deceleration to 40 mph, then to a complete stop. The consumer noticed the tire was completely flat and there was no indication of...
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anything penetrating the tire. The motorcycle was transported to the dealer, where they discovered a huge puncture mark and no indication of any foreign object present. The tire would not hold air. *Jb
LOWR. *TR
Buell M2: every year compared
All M2 years2002 Buell M2 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 Buell M2 | 2 | 1 | B | |
| 2002 Buell Buell | 2 | 0 | - | Compare |
| 2002 Buell X1 | 1 | 1 | C | 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 2002 Buell M2
Does the 2002 Buell M2 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2002 Buell M2: shock ABSorber (January 2002). 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 2002 Buell M2?
By the complaints owners filed with NHTSA, the most common problem areas are the wheels & tires (2), seats & seat belts (1).
How many complaints has the 2002 Buell M2 had?
2 complaints have been filed with NHTSA, the first on April 22, 2009 and the latest on April 27, 2012. Of these, 0 describe a crash and 0 a fire, and together they report 0 injuries and 0 deaths.
Is the 2002 Buell M2 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 60 out of 100 (grade B: fewer 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 2002 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