2005-2006 Suzuki GSX-R1000 recall: underbody shields
American Suzuki Motor Corp. reported this safety recall on January 16, 2009. It covers about 26,082 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 26,082
- reported
- Jan 16, 2009
- owners notified
- Jan 21, 2009
- related complaints
- 7
Structure: frame and members: underbody shields
- What is wrong
- American suzuki (suzuki) is conducting a safety improvement campaign involving 26,082 my 2005-2006 gsx-r1000 motorcycles. Cracking or breakage of the motorcycle frame can occur in certain extreme situations where unusually high stress is placed on the frame. Repeated hard landings from hazardous maneuvers such as extreme or extended wheelies or other stunts may generate sufficient stress to cause this problem.
- Risk
- If the frame becomes broken during extreme use, a crash could occur.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the frame for cracks. If no cracks are found, a frame reinforcement brace will be attached to the frame using bolts and epoxy adhesive. Should cracks be found during the inspection, the frame will be replaced with a new frame that has the reinforcement brace installed. The campaign began on january 21, 2009. Owners may contact suzuki at 1‑714‑572‑1490.
Recall number 09V022000
Affected vehicles
- Suzuki GSX-R1000 2005-2006 20052006
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 7 complaints about body problems.
Questions about recall 09V022000
Is there a recall on the 2005-2006 Suzuki GSX-R1000 underbody shields?
Yes. Recall 09V022000, reported on January 16, 2009, covers about 26,082 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 09V022000?
Dealers will inspect the frame for cracks. If no cracks are found, a frame reinforcement brace will be attached to the frame using bolts and epoxy adhesive. Should cracks be found during the inspection, the frame will be replaced with a new frame that has the reinforcement brace installed. The campaign began on january 21, 2009. Owners may contact suzuki at 1‑714‑572‑1490.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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