Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a rear shock absorber front eye that could break.
1995-1996 · 2 model years
Buell S2 Thunderbolt Problems by year
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the Buell S2 Thunderbolt across 2 model years, and it has 8 recalls. The 1995 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (3). The most reported problem area is the fuel system, followed by the steering.
- Complaints
- 4
- Recalls
- 8
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
S2 Thunderbolt complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common S2 Thunderbolt problems
Buell S2 Thunderbolt recalls 8
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a swingarm that could break.
Vehicle description: motorcycles. These motorcycles were built with a fuel tank vent valve assembly that could become plugged.
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.
The fairing mount assembly bracket can crack and detach from the frame.
Fuel seepage can occur at the mold parting line or at the area where the petcock attaches to the fuel tank.
Motorcycles do not conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 120, "Tire selection and rims for vehicles other than passenger cars." The rims do not contain the required designation information.
Front brake line assembly can crack at either of the fittings, allowing brake fluid leakage.
Latest S2 Thunderbolt complaints
No parts available. Won't make the necessary repairs on the other recalls until they get this part. Nhtsa recall 99v106000 and manufacturer's recall 0816. *Ak
Recalls 99v107/99v106/99v105, and 99v10;, eastgate harley davidson 699 old state route 74, cinnannti oh 45245 (513)528-1400, these recalls have not been modified. A defects still exists and may result in a crash. Manufacturer stated it would take a month to receive the parts. Please provide further information. *Ak
Recall # 99v107 rear shock absorber/ 99v106 swingarm/ 99v105 fuel tank valve and 99v104 fuel tank mounting. Owner received notices starting in june of 99. Dealer has not received parts to correct these problems. Owner has 3 other recall notices he received in 1995, which have not been corrected due to parts not being available. *Ak
Gas tank leak developed. The tank was replaced in july of 1996. The second tank experienced the same problem, a leak at the seam. *Ak
Questions about the Buell S2 Thunderbolt
Which Buell S2 Thunderbolt years have the most problems?
What are the most common Buell S2 Thunderbolt problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the fuel system (3), steering (1), suspension (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Buell S2 Thunderbolt have?
NHTSA lists 8 recalls across all Buell S2 Thunderbolt model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data