Recall 12V-231
AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. recalled the 2009 to 2011 Suzuki GSX-R1000: Equipment.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 12V-231
- Reported
- May 21, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 4,969 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2012 gsx-r1000 motorcycles. Due to loose bolts the side stand interlock switch may fail.
The risk
On the gsx-r1000 models, failure of the switch will terminate the ignition circuit. As a result, the engine will stop running, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Suzuki will notify owners, and suzuki dealers will replace the side stand interlock switch bolts, free of charge. The safety recall began on june 7, 2012. Owners may contact suzuki at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Suzukis recall campaign number is 2a29.customers may 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 GSX-R1000 2009 to 2011