Suzuki GSX-R600 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 2004-2013 gsx-r600 and gsx-r750, and model year 2005-2013 gsx-r1000 motorcycles. in combination with older brake fluid, corrosion of the brake piston inside of the front brake master cylinder generates gas that may result in a reduction of fluid pressure transmission to the front brake.

Risk: As a result, front braking power may be reduced increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder, free of charge. the recall began on november 18, 2013. owners may contact suzuki at 1-800-572-1490. suzuki's campaign numbers for this recall are: 2a (31, 32, 33, 34, 35, and 36).

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.

Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. the cam chain tension adjuster does not provide consistent tension to the cam chain in the engine causing abnormal engine sounds.

Risk: This could lead to cam chain breakage or over severe engine damage. it could also cause sudden engine failure.

Fix: Dealers will replace the original cam chain tension adjuster and upper cam chain guide no. 2 with a revised cam chain tension adjuster and upper cam chain guide no. 2. the dealer will inspect and may replace other engine components which may have been damaged because of cam chain tension adjuster failure.

Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. the gasket between the fuel tank and the fuel pump mounting plate can lose its ability to provide a tight seal, allowing fuel to drip from the gasket.

Risk: In the presence of an ignition source, fuel leakage can result in a fire.

Fix: Dealers will install a redesigned fuel pump gasket on these motorcycles.