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1997 Buell Thunderbolt Recalls & Complaints

We couldn't confirm the NHTSA recall list for the 1997 Buell Thunderbolt right now, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 1 owner complaint is on file.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 1997 Buell Thunderbolt.

1997 Buell Thunderbolt owner complaints

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1997 Buell Thunderbolt.

Most-cited components

  • Engine 1 complaint

Newest complaints

  • ODI #550145 · Filed

    REAR ISOLATOR MOUNTS BROKE ON BOTH SIDES SENDING THE MOTORCYCLE INTO A WOBBLE RESULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL. THIS HAPPENED AFTER 1 WAS REPLACED ON RECALL. NLM

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NHTSA defect investigations

NHTSA's investigations file lists the 1997 Buell Thunderbolt in 1 investigation. A listed model year means only that an investigation names it; it says nothing about any particular vehicle. An open investigation is not a finding that a safety defect exists, and NHTSA can close one without a recall.

Open and recently closed NHTSA defect investigations
We couldn't confirm the NHTSA recall list for the 1997 Buell Thunderbolt right now — this is not a confirmed "no recalls". Check the VIN at NHTSA.gov/recalls for the official status.

Check your 1997 Buell Thunderbolt VIN

Not every recall applies to every VIN in a given year. Enter the 17-character VIN from your Buell Thunderbolt at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall.

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