CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Suzuki GSX1300R has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Vehicle Speed Control (2 reports).
2008 Suzuki GSX1300R recalls
Charging Fault Can Stall Engine and Raise Crash Risk
A problem with the circuit board in the regulator/rectifier power module can prevent the motorcycle from sufficiently charging the battery.
Most common 2008 Suzuki GSX1300R problems
Problem areas named in the 7 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Tires | 1 |
What owners report
TOOK MY MOTORCYCLE IN DURING THE INITIAL IN 2008. INSPECTION, NOTHING DONE.JUNE 22,2016 MADE A RIGHT TURN TO GET ON EXPRESSWAY, THE ENGINE DIED.TOWED THE BIKE HOME, TEST BATTERY ALL OK. WIGGLED THE WIRE COMING FROM THE IGNITION AND THE BIKE STARTED.SUZUKI AND THE DEALER REFUSE TO FIX THE RECALLED DEFECTIVE PART. THERE APPERASTO BE A SHORT IN THE WIE COMING FROM THE IGNITION.
I RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL LETTER FROM SUZUKI,AND THEIR DISTRIBUTOR SUZUKI DEL CARIBE,INC. AROUND FEB/2010, THE SAFETY RECALL ID #79259 , DURING THE SAME MONTH AND YEAR 02/2010, I TAKE MY MOTORCYCLE TO THE SUZUKI PREMISES IN PR AND THEY REPLACED THE RECTIFIER, THEN AFTER A YEAR I TAKE THE MOTORCYCLE BACK WITH THE SAME PROBLEM,THEY REPLACED,THEN ABOUT MONTH AGO,THE REPLACEMENT PART FAILED AGAIN,NOW SUZUKI,ESTABLISH THAT MY MOTORCYCLE IS NOT UNDER SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN,AND REJECT TO REPLACE THE PART IN QUESTION,I HAVE MADE SEVERAL ATTEMPTS BUT THE RESULTS HAVE BEEN FRUITLESS,PLEASE I ONLY WANT THAT THE DEFECTIVE PART BE REPLACE.
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 SUZUKI GSX 650FS (NA). WHILE DRIVING LESS THAN 50 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO SWITCH FROM FIFTH TO SIXTH GEAR, THE VEHICLE DID NOT ENGAGE. THE CONTACT HEARD A LOUD CLUNKING SOUND. THE REAR TIRE LOCKED AND EJECTED THE OCCUPANT FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO HIS ELBOW, WHICH REQUIRED STITCHES, IN ADDITION TO BACK INJURIES. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER AND THE CONTACT IS STILL AWAITING A DIAGNOSTIC. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 2,188.
WHEN RIDING AT A STABLE SPEED, MOTORCYCLE WILL LOSE POWER AND SPEED WITH NO CHANGE IN THROTTLE POSITION. THIS OCCURS IN 3RD THROUGH 6TH GEAR, 6500-7500 RPMS, IN SPEEDS RANGING FROM 30-75 MPH. THIS PROBLEM RESULTS IN A DECREASE IN SPEED FROM 3-6 MPH BEFORE BIKE RECOVERS. UPON RECOVERY, BIKE WILL JERK FORWARD, CAUSING A VERY UNSAFE INCREASE IN SPEED. WHEN THIS HAPPENS WHILE TURNING OR TRYING TO TAKE EVASIVE MEASURES, IT AMOUNTS TO A VERY SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE. THIS OCCURS ON THE 2008 SUZUKI GSXR-600. *TR
WHEN RIDING AT A STABLE SPEED, MOTORCYCLE WILL LOSE POWER AND SPEED WITH NO CHANGE IN THROTTLE POSITION. THIS OCCURS IN 3RD THROUGH 6TH GEAR, 6500-7500 RPMS, IN SPEEDS RANGING FROM 30-75 MPH. THIS PROBLEM RESULTS IN A DECREASE IN SPEED FROM 3-6 MPH BEFORE BIKE RECOVERS. UPON RECOVERY, BIKE WILL JERK FORWARD, CAUSING A VERY UNSAFE INCREASE IN SPEED. WHEN THIS HAPPENS WHILE TURNING OR TRYING TO TAKE EVASIVE MEASURES, IT AMOUNTS TO A VERY SERIOUS SAFETY ISSUE. THIS OCCURS ON THE SUZUKI GSXR-600, NOT THE GSXR-1300R BUT THERE IS NO WHERE TO DESIGNATE THIS ON THE FORM. *TR
2008 Suzuki GSX1300R questions
Does the 2008 Suzuki GSX1300R have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2008 Suzuki GSX1300R: Charging Fault Can Stall Engine and Raise Crash Risk; Electrical System:Alternator/Generator/Regulator. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Suzuki GSX1300R?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Vehicle Speed Control (2), Engine And Engine Cooling (2), Electrical System (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Suzuki GSX1300R 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.