Buell S1W White Lightning Problems by Year
NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Buell S1W White Lightning, across 2 model years (1998–1999). The 1999 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Buell S1W White Lightning years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No S1W White Lightning model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1999 S1W White Lightning: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 1998 S1W White Lightning: 1 complaint, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Buell S1W White Lightning problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Buell S1W White Lightning model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1999 S1W White Lightning | 1 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 1998 S1W White Lightning | 1 | 1 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Buell S1W White Lightning years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1999 (1), 1998 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Buell S1W White Lightning?
Electrical System, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Buell S1W White Lightning have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.