Tl* the contact owns a 2004 suzuki intruder vl 1500 k4 motorcycle. The contact stated that while driving 55-60 MPH, the vehicle exhibited a popping noise as it stalled. The motorcycle was towed to the dealer to have a diagnostic performed. The motorcycle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 3,500 and the approximate current mileage was 4,000.
The worst 2004 Suzuki VL1500 problems
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- Fuel system3
- Acceleration1
- Body1
- Engine1
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- Fuel system3
- Acceleration1
- Body1
- Engine1
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 2004 Suzuki VL1500 1
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
What 2004 Suzuki VL1500 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 suzuki vl1500 intruder motorcycle. The contact received a recall notice regarding the fuel system and took the vehicle to the dealer; however, they did not have the parts to repair the vehicle. The manufacturer sent the contact a replacement part that was good for 30 days. The dealer stated that the replacement part was unsafe to use. She has not had the vehicle repaired according to the recall and the manufacturer does not know when the part will be available. The mileages and the federal safety agency campaign id number were unknown.
My local suzuki dealer has had my bike for over sixty days and has not completed the recall. My motorcycle required a new fuel tank that suzuki does not have. Suzuki's recall notice said to complain to you in this event.
Suzuki has a recall on the intruder 1500 gas tanks. They have my bike now because the tank leaks. They won't give it back and there isn't a timeline when they will have replacement tanks.
Dt: the contact states when the hand accelerator was disengaged the handle bar moved from left to right. The motorcycle was seen by the dealer three times. The front tire were balanced again, and the torque on the steering was readjusted. However, the problem recurred, and no further corrections have been made. *ak additionally, the contact feels the recommended tire pressure is incorrect in the owner's manual. The owner's manual recommends a tire pressure of 29 psi for the front and 36 psi for the rear. The manufacturer of the tire recommends 37 psi for the front and 47 for the rear.*ak updated 1/4/2006 -
Consumer was riding on the back of a 2004 suzuki intruder 4500 and her shoe heel melted as a result of the foot peg being mounted too close to the exhaust.*mr this happen within 20 miles of riding (2004 suzuki vl150054 street motorcycle). *bf *n m
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Is the 2004 Suzuki VL1500 reliable?
Owners have filed 6 complaints about the 2004 Suzuki VL1500, 1.2 times a typical VL1500 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 Suzuki VL1500?
Fuel and propulsion system, with 3 complaints. Next is acceleration (1).
How many recalls does the 2004 Suzuki VL1500 have?
1 recall, covering fuel system, gasoline.
Was there a recall on the 2004 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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