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2014-2015 Suzuki DL1000 recall: ignition

Suzuki Motor Of America, Inc. reported this safety recall on December 18, 2015. It covers about 2,404 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,404
reported
Dec 18, 2015
owners notified
Jan 29, 2016
related complaints
2

Electrical system: ignition

What is wrong
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2014 DL1000 motorcycles manufactured January 17, 2014, to June 5, 2014, and 2015 DL1000 motorcycles manufactured November 5, 2014, to February 6, 2015. The ignition switch terminals of the affected vehicles may corrode if they come into contact with liquid such as salt water. As a result, the motorcycle's electrical power may be disconnected or the switch may be bypassed, preventing the engine from being shut off with the ignition key.
Risk
If electrical power is lost, the engine would stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will install a cover for the ignition switch connector, and any corroded ignition lead wire and wire harnesses will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began January 19, 2016. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1‑714‑996‑7040. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A53.

Recall number 15V854000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about electrical problems.

Questions about recall 15V854000

Is there a recall on the 2014-2015 Suzuki DL1000 ignition?

Yes. Recall 15V854000, reported on December 18, 2015, covers about 2,404 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 15V854000?

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will install a cover for the ignition switch connector, and any corroded ignition lead wire and wire harnesses will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began January 19, 2016. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1‑714‑996‑7040. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A53.

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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