Recall 06V-025
AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. recalled the 1998 to 2006 Suzuki VL1500 and 1 other model: Fuel system, gasoline (storage, tank assembly).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 06V-025
- Reported
- January 30, 2006
- Vehicles affected
- 37,911 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
On certain motorcycles, stress around the right front fuel tank mounting point can cause hairline fatigue cracks to form. This can result in a fuel leak.
The risk
In the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak can result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and install improved cushions that mount and support the fuel tank. Any fuel tanks that are found to have a crack will be replaced. If a tank is found to have a crack and a replacement tank is not available, fuel tank sealant will be applied to the tank as an interim repair. When the replacement tank becomes available, the owner will be contacted and a replacement tank will be installed. The recall began on february 3, 2006. Owners may contact suzuki at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Suzuki recall no.2087. 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 VL1500 1998 to 2006
- Suzuki VL1500T 2005 to 2006