When the engine overheats, which can happen quickly on a hot day in traffic, the fluid in the clutch line boils and leads to a total loss of ability to disengage the clutch.
The worst 1998 Suzuki VL1500 problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Fuel system1
- Transmission1
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- Fuel system1
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Recalls 1
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly
- What is wrong
- On certain motorcycles, stress around the right front fuel tank mounting point can cause hairline fatigue cracks to form. This can result in a fuel leak.
- Risk
- In the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak can result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and install improved cushions that mount and support the fuel tank. Any fuel tanks that are found to have a crack will be replaced. If a tank is found to have a crack and a replacement tank is not available, fuel tank sealant will be applied to the tank as an interim repair. When the replacement tank becomes available, the owner will be contacted and a replacement tank will be installed. The recall began on february 3, 2006. Owners may contact suzuki at 1‑714‑572‑1490.
Recall number 06V025000 · Recall details
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Defect investigations
Fuel leak
Odi opened this pe after receiving fuel tank leak allegations from eight owners.subsequently, we met with both complaint motorcycle owners and owners of motorcycles which had not leaked fuel and inspected their motorcycles. We also discussed the matter with suzuki authorized dealership personnel, requested and reviewed information from suzuki, and discussed this matter with company representatives on 11-3-05. Suzuki has decided to recall the subject motorcycles to correct the fuel leak issue.with suzuki's action, this matter is concluded and the investigation closed.a copy of suzuki's recall is attached.
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Technical service bulletins for the 1998 Suzuki VL1500 1
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 1998 Suzuki VL1500 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Dt*: the contact stated there is a the federal safety agency recall, #06v025000, on the vehicle regarding the fuel tank assembly. The parts needed to repair their vehicle are not available at their local dealership. The manufacturer confirmed the parts are not available.
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Questions about the 1998 Suzuki VL1500
Is the 1998 Suzuki VL1500 reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 1998 Suzuki VL1500, fewer than a typical VL1500 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1998 Suzuki VL1500?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 1 complaint. Next is transmission (1).
How many recalls does the 1998 Suzuki VL1500 have?
1 recall, covering fuel system, gasoline.
Was there a recall on the 1998 Suzuki VL1500 fuel system?
Yes, 1 recall: 06V025000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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