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NHTSA recall 99V132000

Engine And Engine Cooling · Suzuki Motor USA, LLC

May 20, 1999report date
7,828units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: The cam chain tension adjuster does not provide consistent tension to the cam chain in the engine causing abnormal engine sounds.

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

The 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…

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

1999 Suzuki Gsxr600, 1999 Suzuki Gsxr750.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 99V132000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.