2000 Buell S3T Thunderbolt recalls and problems
The 2000 Buell S3T Thunderbolt has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any Buell dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2000 Buell S3T Thunderbolt vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2000 Buell S3T Thunderbolt recalls
Recall 03V-427: Vehicle Speed Control
Problem: 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.
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.
Fix: 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.
Recall 00V-163: Suspension
Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. The rear shock absorber can break, dragging the underside of the vehicle on the ground.
Risk: This could affect the handling, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will install a shock reinforcement package (Srp) which protects the structual integrity of the suspension system. A new shock absorber is currently being developed. When the new shock absorber is available, if an owner choses, they can have it installed at no charge through the dealer network.
Other Buell S3T Thunderbolt years
No other model years have data.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 Buell S3T Thunderbolt have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 Buell S3T Thunderbolt: 03V-427 (vehicle speed control), 00V-163 (suspension). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are Buell recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Buell dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.