Buell S2 Thunderbolt recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
8 recalls found for the Buell S2 Thunderbolt in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, and 4 owner complaints. Choose a model year:
| Model year | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 1996 Buell S2 Thunderbolt | 4 | 1 |
| 1995 Buell S2 Thunderbolt | 8 | 3 |
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Newest Buell S2 Thunderbolt recalls
- May 6, 199999V107000Suspension8,950 vehiclesBuell S1 Lightning, M2 Cyclone and 5 more models
Vehicle description: motorcycles.
- May 6, 199999V106000Suspension8,950 vehiclesBuell S1 Lightning, M2 Cyclone and 5 more models
Vehicle description: motorcycles.
- May 6, 199999V105000Fuel system, gasoline12,321 vehiclesBuell M2 Cyclone, S1 Lightning and 6 more models
Vehicle description: motorcycles.
- May 6, 199999V104000Fuel system, gasoline10,556 vehiclesBuell M2 Cyclone, S1 Lightning and 5 more models
Vehicle description: motorcycles.
- Aug 14, 199595V153000Unknown or other970 vehicles1995 Buell S2 Thunderbolt
The fairing mount assembly bracket can crack and detach from the frame.
- Jun 6, 199595V116000Fuel system, gasoline1,226 vehicles1995 Buell S2 Thunderbolt
Fuel seepage can occur at the mold parting line or at the area where the petcock attaches to the fuel tank.
- Apr 24, 199595V083000Wheels651 vehicles1995 Buell S2 Thunderbolt
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…
- Dec 5, 199494V240000Service brakes, hydraulic443 vehicles1995 Buell S2 Thunderbolt
Front brake line assembly can crack at either of the fittings, allowing brake fluid leakage.