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Suzuki DL1000 Recall 15V851: Wiring Can Short Against Fuel Tank, Causing Stalls

NHTSA campaign 15V851, reported December 18, 2015, 2,410 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain Suzuki DL1000 motorcycles from the 2014, 2015 and 2016 model years have a wiring harness that may rub against the bottom of the fuel tank. Vibration from riding can wear through the wire insulation, allowing the bare wire to short circuit against the tank.

A short circuit may cause the engine to stall, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and have their motorcycle checked promptly.

The repair is free at an authorized Suzuki dealer. The dealer will inspect the motorcycle, reroute the wiring harness as needed, and repair or replace any damaged harness. Owners can also call Suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490 (recall number 2A53), and should check their VIN for any open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 15V851Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
Problem
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2014 Suzuki DL 1000 motorcycles manufactured January 17, 2014, to June 5, 2014, 2015 Suzuki DL1000 motorcycles manufactured November 4, 2014, to February 6, 2015 and 2016 Suzuki DL1000 motorcycles manufactured June 11, 2015, to July 15, 2015. The affected motorcycles have a wiring harness that may rub against the bottom of the fuel tank. Vibration from riding may cause the wiring insulation to wear off, allowing a bare wire to short circuit against the fuel tank.
Risk
A short circuit may cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the motorcycles and reroute the wiring harnesses as necessary. Any damaged harnesses will be repaired or replaced. This work will be performed free of charge. The recall began on January 29, 2016. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service number at 1-714-572-1490. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A53.
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.

Affected vehicles

Suzuki DL1000201420152016