NHTSA Recall 18V064000
Filed by Suzuki Motor USA, LLC. Component: Engine And Engine Cooling. Reported 2018-01-22. An estimated 3,097 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2017-2018 GSX-R1000, GSX-R1000A, GSX-R1000RA, and GSX-R1000RZA motorcycles. When upshifting between first and second gear, if the rider fails to engage second gear, a neutral condition will exist and may cause very high engine RPM. If the rider then shifts into second gear without disengaging the clutch, the motorcycleÂ’s chain may stretch or break.
Risk
If the drive chain breaks, the motorcycle will lose power, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Engine Control Module (ECM), and inspect and replace the drive chain and sprockets, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2018. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. Suzuki's numbers for this recall are 2A76 to 2A81.
Manufacturer campaign number: 2A76 to 2A81
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.