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Suzuki GSX-R1000 recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns and 62 owner complaints for the Suzuki GSX-R1000, covering model years 2001 to 2021. The 2007 model year drew the most complaints (24), and Structure is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 7 recall campaigns on file
  • 62 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 17 model years with data (2001–2021)
  • most complaints: 2007 (24 for that model year)
  • top component: Structure (14 complaints)
  • latest recall 18V694000 (reported Oct 4, 2018)
  • 26 complaints reporting a crash (41.9%)
  • 1 complaint reporting a fire (1.6%)
  • 26 complaints reporting an injury (41.9%)
  • 1 complaint reporting a death (1.6%)

Suzuki GSX-R1000 complaints by model year

14 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2007 model year has the most complaints: 24 of 62, or 38.7%. Next come 2008 (7) and 2006 (6). The fewest are for 2018, with 1 complaint.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Suzuki GSX-R1000 owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 2001–2021Column chart of 62 complaints across 21 model years. The highest is 2007 with 24. The full figures are in the table below the chart.2001: 5 complaints520012002: 0 complaints20022003: 2 complaints220032004: 2 complaints220042005: 5 complaints520052006: 6 complaints620062007: 24 complaints2420072008: 7 complaints720082009: 1 complaint120092010: 0 complaints20102011: 0 complaints20112012: 0 complaints20122013: 1 complaint120132014: 1 complaint120142015: 1 complaint120152016: 0 complaints20162017: 4 complaints420172018: 1 complaint120182019: 0 complaints20192020: 0 complaints20202021: 2 complaints22021
Show the figures for all 14 model years
Suzuki GSX-R1000 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Suzuki GSX-R1000 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
200150000
200321010
200420000
200554040
200664040
200724111120
200874031
200910000
201310000
201410000
201511010
201740000
201811010
202120000
All model years62261261

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Suzuki GSX-R1000 components

top 14 · NHTSA categories

Structure is the component named most often, in 14 complaints (22.6% of all 62), followed by Vehicle Speed Control (13) and Service Brakes (12).

Components named most often in Suzuki GSX-R1000 complaints (top 14)
Components named most often in Suzuki GSX-R1000 complaints (top 14)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Structure1422.6%
Vehicle Speed Control1321.0%
Service Brakes1219.4%
Power Train812.9%
Electrical System58.1%
Engine46.5%
Exterior Lighting34.8%
Engine and Engine Cooling23.2%
Fuel System, Gasoline23.2%
Service Brakes, Hydraulic23.2%
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)11.6%
Fuel/Propulsion System11.6%
Steering11.6%
Tires11.6%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Suzuki GSX-R1000 recalls

7 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name GSX-R1000, newest first. The 7 campaigns cover model years 2005 to 2018. The 2009, 2010 and 2011 model years appear in the most campaigns (3 each).

  • 7 recall campaigns
Suzuki GSX-R1000 recall campaigns covering each model year
DecadeYears ending in 0Years ending in 1Years ending in 2Years ending in 3Years ending in 4Years ending in 5Years ending in 6Years ending in 7Years ending in 8Years ending in 9
2005: 2 campaigns2006: 2 campaigns2007: 2 campaigns2008: 1 campaign2009: 3 campaigns
2010: 3 campaigns2011: 3 campaigns2012: 2 campaigns2013: 2 campaigns2014: 1 campaign2015: no campaigns2016: no campaigns2017: 2 campaigns2018: 2 campaigns
Highlighted: the model years with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 18V694000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump

    Model years 2017–2018

    Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Suzuki DL650A, DL650XA, GSX-R1000, GSX-R1000R, and 2018 GSX-S750 motorcycles. During installation, the fuel pump O-ring may have been twisted, reducing the sealing performance and possibly resulting in a fuel leak.

    Consequence:
    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
    Remedy:
    Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump O-ring and the fuel tank inner vessel, free of charge. The recall began October 31, 2018. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's numbers for this recall are 2A86-2A88.

    Filed by Suzuki Motor USA, LLC

  2. NHTSA campaign 18V064000

    Reported

    Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine

    Model years 2017–2018

    Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2017-2018 GSX-R1000, GSX-R1000A, GSX-R1000RA, and GSX-R1000RZA motorcycles. When upshifting between first and second gear, if the rider fails to engage second gear, a neutral condition will exist and may cause very high engine RPM. If the rider then shifts into second gear without disengaging the clutch, the motorcycle’s chain may stretch or break.

    Consequence:
    If the drive chain breaks, the motorcycle will lose power, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Engine Control Module (ECM), and inspect and replace the drive chain and sprockets, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2018. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. Suzuki's numbers for this recall are 2A76 to 2A81.

    Filed by Suzuki Motor USA, LLC

  3. NHTSA campaign 14V629000

    Reported

    Power Train › Manual Transmission

    Model years 2009–2014

    Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 GSX-R750 and 2009-2014 GSX-R1000 motorcycles. If a gear is missed while upshifting, the strain applied to the drive chain after the next shift may cause the rear axle to move, damaging the left-side drive chain adjuster.

    Consequence:
    If the drive chain adjuster gets damaged, the drive chain may come off, removing power to the rear wheel, and increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left-side chain adjuster with an improved part. The recall began on October 17, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. Suzuki's numbers for this recall are 2A40, 2A41, 2A42 and 2A43.

    Filed by Suzuki Motor USA, LLC

  4. NHTSA campaign 13V449000

    Reported

    Service Brakes

    Model years 2005–2013

    Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2013 GSX-R600 and GSX-R750, and model year 2005-2013 GSX-R1000 motorcycles. In combination with older brake fluid, corrosion of the brake piston inside of the front brake master cylinder generates gas that may result in a reduction of fluid pressure transmission to the front brake.

    Consequence:
    As a result, front braking power may be reduced increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2013. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-572-1490. Suzuki's campaign numbers for this recall are: 2A (31, 32, 33, 34, 35, and 36).

    Filed by Suzuki Motor USA, LLC

  5. NHTSA campaign 12V231000

    Reported

    Equipment

    Model years 2009–2011

    Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2012 GSX-R1000 motorcycles. Due to loose bolts the side stand interlock switch may fail.

    Consequence:
    On the GSX-R1000 models, failure of the switch will terminate the ignition circuit. As a result, the engine will stop running, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Suzuki will notify owners, and Suzuki dealers will replace the side stand interlock switch bolts, free of charge. The safety recall began on June 7, 2012. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-714-996-7040.

    Filed by Suzuki Motor USA, LLC

  6. NHTSA campaign 09V022000

    Reported

    Structure › Frame and Members › Underbody Shields

    Model years 2005–2006

    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.

    Consequence:
    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.

    Filed by Suzuki Motor USA, LLC

  7. NHTSA campaign 07V362000

    Reported

    Vehicle Speed Control

    Model year 2007

    On certain motorcycles, each time the ignition switch is turned off, the engine control module (ecm) pre-sets the position of the idle speed control (isc) valve for subsequent engine starting by opening the valve completely and then closing it to a start-up position.

    Consequence:
    Due to improper shape of the internal mechanism that moves the isc valve, the valve may remain in the open position instead of moving to the correct start-up position. This can result in no-load engine idle speeds as high as 5000 RPM the next time the engine is started. If the rider chooses to operate the motorcycle in this condition, the rider may have difficulty operating the motorcycle, which could result in a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the isc valve with an improved part, and will also replace the ecm. The recall began on August 22, 2007. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-714-572-1490.

    Filed by Suzuki Motor USA, LLC

Recall text is shown as NHTSA publishes it; older campaigns, which NHTSA stores in capital letters, are shown in sentence case. NHTSA’s Vehicle Safety Hotline, 1-888-327-4236, also answers recall questions.

How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Suzuki GSX-R1000 questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Suzuki GSX-R1000 have?

NHTSA lists 7 vehicle recall campaigns for the Suzuki GSX-R1000, covering model years 2001 to 2021. The most recent, 18V694000, was reported on October 4, 2018 and is filed under “Fuel system, gasoline”. The 2009, 2010 and 2011 model years are covered by the most campaigns (3 each).

Which Suzuki GSX-R1000 model year has the most complaints?

The 2007 model year, with 24 of the 62 complaints in NHTSA’s file (38.7%). The next are 2008 (7) and 2006 (6). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Suzuki GSX-R1000 complaint?

Structure is the component named most often: 14 complaints, or 22.6% of all 62. Vehicle Speed Control (13) and Service Brakes (12) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Suzuki GSX-R1000?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Suzuki dealer.

How many Suzuki GSX-R1000 complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 62 complaints, 26 report a crash, 1 a fire, 26 at least one injury and 1 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.