Suzuki DL1000 problems & recalls

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.

Fix: 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.

Problem: Suzuki motor of america, inc. (suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2014 dl1000 motorcycles manufactured january 17, 2014, to june 5, 2014, and 2015 dl1000 motorcycles manufactured november 5, 2014, to february 6, 2015. the ignition switch terminals of the affected vehicles may corrode if they come into contact with liquid such as salt water. as a result, the motorcycle's electrical power may be disconnected or the switch may be bypassed, preventing the engine from being shut off with the ignition key.

Risk: If electrical power is lost, the engine would stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will install a cover for the ignition switch connector, and any corroded ignition lead wire and wire harnesses will be replaced. these repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began january 19, 2016. owners may contact suzuki customer service at 1-714-996-7040. suzuki's number for this recall is 2a53.

Problem: Suzuki motor of america, inc. (suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2014 suzuki dl 1000 motorcycles manufactured january 17, 2014, to june 5, 2014, 2015 suzuki dl1000 motorcycles manufactured november 4, 2014, to february 6, 2015 and 2016 suzuki dl1000 motorcycles manufactured june 11, 2015, to july 15, 2015. the affected motorcycles have a wiring harness that may rub against the bottom of the fuel tank. vibration from riding may cause the wiring insulation to wear off, allowing a bare wire to short circuit against the fuel tank.

Risk: A short circuit may cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the motorcycles and reroute the wiring harnesses as necessary. any damaged harnesses will be repaired or replaced. this work will be performed free of charge. the recall began on january 29, 2016. owners may contact suzuki customer service number at 1-714-572-1490. suzuki's number for this recall is 2a53.

Problem: Suzuki motor of america, inc. (suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2014 suzuki dl1000 motorcycles manufactured january 17, 2014 to june 5, 2014, and 2015 suzuki dl1000 motorcycles manufactured november 5, 2014, to february 6, 2015. due to corrosion or being attached to the painted engine case, the battery ground connection may have poor electrical conductivity.

Risk: As a result of the poor conductivity, the engine may stall and be unable to be restarted, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the battery ground connection to an unpainted surface and replace the ground wire protector with a high-heat resistance tube, free of charge. the recall began on january 29, 2016. owners may contact suzuki customer service number at 1-714-996-7040. suzuki's number for this recall is 2a53.

Problem: Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 motorcycles manufactured from july 2007 through september 2009, equipped with regulator/rectifier assemblies, suzuki part numbers 32800-41f11, 32800-15h10, 32800-05h11, 32800-41g10, 32800-15h00, 32800-18h00, 32800-05g10, 32800-10g10, 32800-05h20, or 32800-06g01. some regulator/rectifier assemblies were produced with insufficient adhesion between the power module (circuit board) and the rectifier case that contains a heat sink to dissipate heat. due to insufficient adhesion, heat generated on the power module circuit board can cause the circuit board to deform, and lift of the case.

Risk: This condition causes excessive heat on the circuit board and uncontrolled electric current output, which can result in insufficient charging current being provided to the motorcycle battery. this can cause discharge of the battery and can lead to engine stalling and/or a no-start condition. engine stalling while riding can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Suzuki will notify owners and suzuki distributors will replace the regulator/rectifier with an improved part free of charge. the safety recall began on march 2, 2011. owners may contact suzuki at 1-714-572-1490.