NHTSA Recall 00V163000: Suspension: rear
BUELL MOTORCYCLE CO. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 6,219 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Buell M2 Cyclone.
| NHTSA campaign | 00V163000 |
|---|---|
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR |
| Report received | June 16, 2000 |
| Owner notification | July 26, 2000 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: motorcycles. The rear shock absorber can break, dragging the underside of the vehicle on the ground.
Safety risk
This could affect the handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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).
Vehicles covered by recall 00V163000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Buell M2 Cyclone | 1999, 2000 |
| Buell S3 Thunderbolt | 2000 |
| Buell S3T Thunderbolt | 2000 |
| Buell X1 Lightning | 2000 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.