Recall 15V-788
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. recalled the 2016 Suzuki GSX-S1000 and 2 other models: Service brakes, hydraulic (foundation components, disc, caliper).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 15V-788
- Reported
- November 23, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- 600 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2016 GSX-S1000 motorcycles manufactured July 8, 2015, to July 29, 2015, GSX-S1000A motorcycles manufactured July 10, 2015, to August 24, 2015 and, and GSX-S1000FA motorcycles manufactured July 21, 2015, to July 27, 2015. The affected motorcycles may leak brake fluid from the front brake calipers.
The risk
If the front brake calipers leak brake fluid, braking performance would be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Suzuki has notified owners, and dealers will replace the front brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2015. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-[removed]. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A48.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Suzuki GSX-S1000 2016
- Suzuki GSX-S1000A 2016
- Suzuki GSX-S1000FA 2016