NHTSA Recall 03V427000: Cables (vehicle speed control)
BUELL MOTORCYCLE CO. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,830 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Buell S3 Thunderbolt.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V427000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 0827 |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL › CABLES |
| Report received | October 30, 2003 |
| Owner notification | November 20, 2003 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain motorcycles equipped exclusively with a fuel injection system, the idle control cable can become dislodged from the fuel injection system cable guide due to improper adjustment of the throttle control system.
Safety risk
Should this occur, the throttle may not return to the idle position when the operator's hand is removed from the twist grip, increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a throttle cable clamp, which serves to ensure retention of the throttle control cables in the cable guide. Owner notification is expected to begin during november or december 2003. Owners should contact buell at 1-414-343-8400.
Notes
Buell recall no. 0827.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 03V427000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Buell S3 Thunderbolt | 1999, 2000 |
| Buell S3T Thunderbolt | 2000 |
| Buell X1 Lightning | 1999, 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.