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2014 Suzuki DL650A V-strom problems & recalls

NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2014 Suzuki DL650A V-strom.

1recalls
2owner complaints
0reported crashes
0reported fires
0injuries

Recalls

Power Train #14V278000 · 2014 · 103 units

Problem: Suzuki motor of america, inc. (suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2014 dl650a v-strom motorcycles manufactured january 20, 2014, through january 21, 2014. in the affected vehicles, a drive chain link may not have been riveted by the supplier when being manufactured.

Risk: If the drive chain link was not riveted, the chain may come off, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drive chains of the affected motorcycles. for any unsold motorcycles with a drive chain link that is not riveted, suzuki dealers will replace the non-riveted link with a drive chain joint set. for any motorcycles that have been sold to retail customers with a drive chain link that is not riveted, suzuki dealers will replace the drive chain a

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What owners complain about

Steering1
Electrical System1

Components named in 2 NHTSA owner complaints. Complaints are unverified.

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Other years

2014

FAQ

Does the 2014 Suzuki DL650A V-strom have recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2014 Suzuki DL650A V-strom. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if a fix is still open.

What are the most common 2014 Suzuki DL650A V-strom problems?

In 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-named area is steering.