CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
What this recall means for you
A problem with the circuit board in the regulator/rectifier power module can prevent the motorcycle from sufficiently charging the battery. As a result, the motorcycle may stall.
If the engine stalls while you are riding, the risk of a crash increases. Owners should take this recall seriously and have the work completed as soon as the remedy is available.
The repair is free. Suzuki will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the regulator/rectifier at no charge. The recall is expected to begin March 4, 2016. You can contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-444-5077, and you should check your VIN for open recalls.
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