Electrical system battery overheated, smoking, voltage regular failed causing excessive voltage to fry the electrical components of motorcycle. Electronic control module, headlight, electric fuel pump, electric fan relay, battery, speedometer, all fried.
The worst 2009 Suzuki VLR1800 problems
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- Electrical1
- Fuel system1
- Lights1
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- Fuel system1
- Lights1
Recalls 2
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 AN400, AN400A, DL1000, GSX1300R, 2008-2009 GSF1250S and GSF1250SA, 2008 GSX1300BK and GSX1300BKA, 2008-2010 GSX650F, GSX-R600, GSX-R750, VLR1800, VLR1800T, and 2009-2010 SFV650 and VZ1500 motorcycles. Due to a problem with the circuit board for the regulator/rectifier power module, the motorcycle may not sufficiently charge the battery and the motorcycle may stall.
- Risk
- If the engine stalls while riding, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the regulator/rectifier, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 4, 2016. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1‑800‑444‑5077. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A56 to 2A64.
Recall number 16V018000 · Recall details
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
- What is wrong
- Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 motorcycles manufactured from july 2007 through september 2009, equipped with regulator/rectifier assemblies, suzuki part numbers 32800-41f11, 32800-15h10, 32800-05h11, 32800-41g10, 32800-15h00, 32800-18h00, 32800-05g10, 32800-10g10, 32800-05h20, or 32800-06g01. Some regulator/rectifier assemblies were produced with insufficient adhesion between the power module (circuit board) and the rectifier case that contains a heat sink to dissipate heat. Due to insufficient adhesion, heat generated on the power module circuit board can cause the circuit board to deform, and lift of the case.
- Risk
- This condition causes excessive heat on the circuit board and uncontrolled electric current output, which can result in insufficient charging current being provided to the motorcycle battery. This can cause discharge of the battery and can lead to engine stalling and/or a no-start condition. Engine stalling while riding can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Suzuki will notify owners and suzuki distributors will replace the regulator/rectifier with an improved part free of charge. The safety recall began on march 2, 2011. Owners may contact suzuki at 1‑714‑572‑1490.
Recall number 11V108000 · Recall details
What 2009 Suzuki VLR1800 owners say
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Questions about the 2009 Suzuki VLR1800
Is the 2009 Suzuki VLR1800 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2009 Suzuki VLR1800, fewer than a typical VLR1800 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2009 Suzuki VLR1800?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint. Next is fuel system (1).
How many recalls does the 2009 Suzuki VLR1800 have?
2 recalls, covering electrical system.
Was there a recall on the 2009 Suzuki VLR1800 electrical?
Yes, 2 recalls: 16V018000, 11V108000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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