2013 Suzuki DL650 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2013 Suzuki DL650 has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (2 reports).

2Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2013 Suzuki DL650 recalls

Alternator stator can short out, causing engine stall

Recall 16V878Dec 6, 20168,613 vehicles affected

The alternator stator in certain motorcycles may not resist heat well enough.

Engine tappets and camshafts can wear early, risking stalls

Recall 15V852Dec 18, 20156,214 vehicles affected

Contamination from component production and storage, combined with manufacturing variations, may cause excessive wear of the tappets and camshafts inside the engine.

Most common 2013 Suzuki DL650 problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Electrical System2

What owners report

2017-05-18, Electrical System
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SUZUKI V-STROM 650 ABS. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V878000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM); HOWEVER, THE PART FOR THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER CONFIRMED THAT THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE FOR THE RECALL REMEDY. THE MANUFACTURER DID NOT KNOW WHEN THE PARTS WOULD ARRIVE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.
2017-03-29, Electrical System
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SUZUKI DL650. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTIFICATION FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 16V878000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM) AND STATED THAT THE PART NEEDED WAS UNAVAILABLE TO PERFORM THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE ISSUE. THE CONTACT HAD NOT EXPERIENCED A FAILURE. PARTS DISTRIBUTION DISCONNECT.

2013 Suzuki DL650 questions

Does the 2013 Suzuki DL650 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2013 Suzuki DL650: Alternator stator can short out, causing engine stall; Engine tappets and camshafts can wear early, risking stalls. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Suzuki DL650?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (2).

How do I check if a recall on my 2013 Suzuki DL650 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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