CarRecallWatch- Component
- POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:CHAIN/BELT
- Problem
- Suzuki Motor USA, LLC (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2024 GSX-8R motorcycles. The drive chain may detach due to missing rivets, which can result in a loss of power to the rear wheels.
- Risk
- A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and repair the drive chain with a replacement joint and replace sprockets as necessary, free of charge. All affected motorcycles are within the manufacturerÂs direct control and therefore no owner notification letters will be sent. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at (714) 572-1490. Suzuki's number for this recall is 3A02.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
The drive chain on certain motorcycles may detach because of missing rivets. When the chain comes off, the rear wheel loses drive power.
A sudden loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash. Owners should be cautious and have the motorcycle checked promptly.
Authorized dealers will inspect and repair the drive chain with a replacement joint and replace the sprockets as needed, at no cost to the owner. Owners can also contact Suzuki customer service at (714) 572-1490, referencing recall 3A02, and can check their VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Suzuki GSX-8R | 2024 |
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