Suzuki recall: Engine may stall and/or fail to start
- What's wrong
- The regulator/rectifier circuit board may have absorbed moisture during storage under high humidity conditions which reduced the strength of the adhesive used to fix the circuit board to the outer casing. Due to the insufficient adhesion the heat generated can cause the circuit board to…
- What to do
- Contact a Suzuki dealer to book the free repair. Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and replace the regulator/rectifier.
What’s wrong
The regulator/rectifier circuit board may have absorbed moisture during storage under high humidity conditions which reduced the strength of the adhesive used to fix the circuit board to the outer casing. Due to the insufficient adhesion the heat generated can cause the circuit board to deform and lift away from the case. This condition causes excessive heat and uncontrolled electric current output which can result in the poor charging to the battery. This can cause the battery to discharge and lead to engine stalling and/or a no-start condition.
The fix
Recall the machines that are likely to be affected and replace the regulator/rectifier.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| VZ1500 | 15 Oct 2009 | 22 Aug 2011 | 21,081 |
| GSR600 | 22 Nov 2007 | 12 May 2010 | 21,081 |
| GSXR750 | 18 Jan 2008 | 8 Jun 2010 | 21,081 |
| GSR600 | 22 Feb 2008 | 8 Sep 2009 | 21,081 |
| GSX1300R | 8 Aug 2007 | 6 Feb 2012 | 21,081 |
| GSF650 | 25 Jul 2007 | 8 Jan 2010 | 21,081 |
| GSF1250 | 18 Jan 2007 | 2 Dec 2009 | 21,081 |
| GSX650 | 19 Sep 2007 | 8 Jan 2010 | 21,081 |
| SFV-650 | 18 Jan 2008 | 31 Aug 2011 | 21,081 |
| DL1000 | 26 Jul 2007 | 31 Jul 2007 | 21,081 |
| AN400 | 6 Aug 2007 | 25 Feb 2012 | 21,081 |
| VLR1800 | 8 May 2008 | 8 May 2011 | 21,081 |
| GSX1300BK | 30 May 2007 | 9 Sep 2010 | 21,081 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 8 February 2016. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.