CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:CRITICAL FASTENERS
- Problem
- Suzuki Motor USA, LLC (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2025-2026 DR-Z400S and 2025 DR-Z400SM motorcycles. The reservoir tank cap fixing screws may have been incorrectly tightened, allowing brake fluid to leak. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 122, âMotorcycle Brake Systems.â
- Risk
- A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, increasing the distance required to stop and the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will tighten the screws, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 9, 2026. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 20, 2025.
What this recall means for you
The reservoir tank cap fixing screws on these motorcycles may have been incorrectly tightened, which can allow brake fluid to leak. The motorcycles therefore do not meet federal motorcycle brake system requirements.
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, increasing the distance needed to stop and the risk of a crash. If you own an affected motorcycle, have it inspected and repaired as soon as possible.
Authorized Suzuki dealers will tighten the screws free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 9, 2026. You can also contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934, and check your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) on NHTSA.gov for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Suzuki DR-Z400S | 20252026 |
|---|---|
| Suzuki DR-Z400SM | 2025 |