Suzuki Recalling 11 Different Models From 2008-2012 Due To Charging System Failures

Suzuki Recalling 11 Different Models From 2008-2012 Due To Charging System Failures

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Recall Subject: Rectifier/Regulator Failure Causing Engine Stall

Report Receipt Date: JAN 19, 2016
NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V018000
Component(s): ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

All Products Associated with this Recall:

Vehicle Make Model Model Year(s)
  • SUZUKI AN400 2008-2012
  • SUZUKI DL1000 2008-2012
  • SUZUKI GSF1250S 2008-2009
  • SUZUKI GSX-R600 2008-2010
  • SUZUKI GSX-R750 2008-2010
  • SUZUKI GSX1300BK 2008
  • SUZUKI GSX1300R 2008-2012
  • SUZUKI GSX650F 2008-2010
  • SUZUKI SFV650 2009-2010
  • SUZUKI VLR1800 2008-2010
  • SUZUKI VZ1500 2009-2010

Manufacturer: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.

SUMMARY:

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 AN400, AN400A, DL1000, GSX1300R, 2008-2009 GSF1250S and GSF1250SA, 2008 GSX1300BK and GSX1300BKA, 2008-2010 GSX650F, GSX-R600, GSX-R750, VLR1800, VLR1800T, and 2009-2010 SFV650 and VZ1500 motorcycles. Due to a problem with the circuit board for the regulator/rectifier power module, the motorcycle may not sufficiently charge the battery and the motorcycle may stall.

CONSEQUENCE:

If the engine stalls while riding, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

REMEDY:

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the regulator/rectifier, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 4, 2016. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-444-5077. Suzuki’s number for this recall is 2A56 to 2A64.

NOTES:

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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