Recall 05V-566
AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. recalled the 2005 to 2006 Suzuki VL800 and 1 other model: Electrical system (ignition, switch).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 05V-566
- Reported
- December 21, 2005
- Vehicles affected
- 23,839 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain motorcycles, the ignition switch wiring harness may have been improperly routed at the time of production. If the wiring harness is not routed properly, it can rub against the clutch cable/throttle cable.
The risk
Continued rubbing may eventually lead to a short circuit which may cause the engine to stall or the lights to go out. This will increase the chance of a crash resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix
Dealers will re-route the ignition switch wiring harness and replace the lock set including the ignition switch along with the clutch cable/throttle cable free of charge. The recall began on january 6, 2006. Owners may contact suzuki at [removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Suzuki recall no. 2085.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Suzuki VL800 2005 to 2006
- Suzuki VZ800 2005 to 2006