NHTSA vehicle safety data
1998 Buell Thunderbolt Recalls & Complaints
We couldn't confirm the NHTSA recall list for the 1998 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 1998 Buell Thunderbolt.
1998 Buell Thunderbolt owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1998 Buell Thunderbolt, describing incidents dated July 9, 1999.
Most-cited components
- Suspension 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #849604 · Filed
EXPERIENCING PROBLEM WITH DEALER NOT HONORING TWO MANUFACTURER'S RECALLS SINCE JUL 9 1999. DEALER KEEPS INFORMING CONSUMER THAT PARTS HAVE NOT BEEN RECEIVED ON THE SWING ARM AND THE REAR SHOCK ABSORBER EYE. SEEKING HELP FROM NHTSA IN THIS MATTER. *AK
NHTSA defect investigations
NHTSA's investigations file lists the 1998 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.
- Preliminary Evaluation PE03-043: THROTTLE FAILS TO RETURN TO IDLE
Closed October 30, 2003
Check your 1998 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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