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Recall 16V-878

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. recalled the 2012 to 2016 Suzuki DL650: Electrical system (alternator/generator/regulator).

At a glance

Campaign number
16V-878
Reported
December 6, 2016
Vehicles affected
8,613 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 DL650 motorcycles manufactured August 30, 2011, to October 12, 2015. In the affected motorcycles, the alternator stator may have insufficient heat resistance, resulting in a short circuit of the stator wires.

The risk

A short circuit of the stator wires may prevent the battery from properly charging, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stator, free of charge. The recall began on January 6, 2017. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-[removed]. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A67.

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