Certain motorcycles were built with a front shock mount that is cracked and could break allowing the suspension to drop unexpectedly.
1997-2002 · 3 model years
Buell S3T Problems by year
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the Buell S3T across 3 model years, and it has 2 recalls. The 1998 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (2). The most reported problem area is the body, doors & structure, followed by the electrical system.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
S3T 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 S3T problems
Buell S3T recalls 2
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...
Latest S3T complaints
Motorcycle handling suddenly deteriorated, became unstable. Upon stopping to investigate could not determine cause. Went immediately to buell dealership where certified buell technician adjusted rear shock preload. This improved the handling somewhat but did not correct it. Another buell technician at another dealership suspected frame defect and upon disassembly determined frame to be at fault. Technician was unable to re-assemble motorcycle due to defective frame. Buell customer service refuses to fix motorcycle or give any compensation. Buell dealership unable or unwilling to help remedy the situation. I now have a $13,000 pile of buell parts on my garage floor.
The consumer did not receive recall repair (99v-086) when being serviced, the component failed while driving due to improper recall service. *Mjs
Motor mounts on the motorcycle have broken, causing a loss of control and wobbling. Owner has fixed problem. Also, rear isolator malfunctioned. *Ak
Questions about the Buell S3T
Which Buell S3T years have the most problems?
Which Buell S3T years have the fewest complaints?
Among model years that have been on the road for at least three years, 2002 have the best Safety Index - the fewest complaints, crashes and recalls for their age compared with other S3T years. Always check the exact vehicle's recalls by VIN before you buy.
What are the most common Buell S3T problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the body, doors & structure (1), electrical system (1), engine & cooling (1) most often.
How many recalls does the Buell S3T have?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls across all Buell S3T 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