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NHTSA Recall 03V141000: Structure

BUELL MOTORCYCLE CO. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 74 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Buell Lightning Low.

74
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2003
owners notified (April 17)
NHTSA campaign03V141000
Manufacturer campaign0826
ComponentSTRUCTURE
Report receivedApril 22, 2003
Owner notificationApril 17, 2003
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain motorcycles, the side stand leg can break without notice.

Safety risk

This could allow the motorcycle to fall causing an injury or property damage.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the side stand. Owner notification began april 17, 2003. 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.

Notes

Buell recall no. 0826.customers can 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 03V141000

Make and modelModel years
Buell Lightning Low2003
Buell XB9SL2003

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.