2002 Buell X1 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other X1 years
- Not enough data 2nd of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2002 Buell X1. That ranks 2nd out of 3 X1 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 6,086 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2002 Buell X1 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 100% | 6,086 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2002 Buell X1 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Suspension:front:shock absorber
Problem: Certain motorcycles were built with a front shock mount that is cracked and could break allowing the suspension to drop unexpectedly.
Risk: This could cause a loss of control of the motorcycle.
Fix: Dealers will replace the broken shock mount. Owner notification began january 9, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact buell at 1-414-342-4680.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
On may 19, 2007 while traveling south on us-283, 15 miles north of brady tx at roughly 70 mph, in 5th gear on the 2002 buell x1 white lightning, and holding the throttle steady the motor stopped running. *ak all lights worked indicating electrical power was not lost. The ?check engine? Light did…
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2002 Buell X1?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2002 Buell X1?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2002 Buell X1 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other X1 model years, the 2002 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.