2014-2015 Suzuki DL1000 - Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign: 15V854000
2,404 vehicles potentially affected
- Model years
- 2014-2015
- Makes
- Suzuki
- Manufacturer
- Suzuki Motor USA, LLC
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
- Potential units affected
- 2,404 (NHTSA estimate of the at-risk population)
- Reported
- 2015-12-18
Affected vehicles
- 2015 Suzuki DL1000
- 2014 Suzuki DL1000
What’s the 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.
What could happen?
If electrical power is lost, the engine would stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
What’s the 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.