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Suzuki VLR1800 recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 3 owner complaints for the Suzuki VLR1800, covering model years 2008 to 2010. The 2008 model year drew the most complaints (2), and Electrical System is the component owners name most often.

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

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  • 2 recall campaigns on file
  • 3 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 3 model years with data (2008–2010)
  • most complaints: 2008 (2 for that model year)
  • top component: Electrical System (2 complaints)
  • latest recall 16V018000 (reported Jan 19, 2016)
  • 0 complaints reporting a crash (0.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a fire (0.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting an injury (0.0%)
  • 0 complaints reporting a death (0.0%)

Suzuki VLR1800 complaints by model year

2 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2008 model year has the most complaints: 2 of 3, or 66.7%. Next come 2009 (1).

Suzuki VLR1800 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Suzuki VLR1800 complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
200820000
200910000
All model years30000

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

Most-reported Suzuki VLR1800 components

top 4 · NHTSA categories

Electrical System is the component named most often, in 2 complaints (66.7% of all 3), followed by Exterior Lighting (1) and Fuel System, Gasoline (1).

Components named most often in Suzuki VLR1800 complaints (top 4)
Components named most often in Suzuki VLR1800 complaints (top 4)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Electrical System266.7%
Exterior Lighting133.3%
Fuel System, Gasoline133.3%
Fuel/Propulsion System133.3%

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 VLR1800 recalls

2 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name VLR1800, newest first. The 2 campaigns cover model years 2008 to 2010. The 2008 and 2009 model years appear in the most campaigns (2 each).

  • 2 recall campaigns
Suzuki VLR1800 recall campaigns covering each model year
2008: 2 campaigns2009: 2 campaigns2010: 1 campaign
Highlighted: the model years with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 16V018000

    Reported

    Electrical System

    Model years 2008–2010

    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.

    Consequence:
    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.

    Filed by Suzuki Motor USA, LLC

  2. NHTSA campaign 11V108000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator

    Model years 2008–2009

    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.

    Consequence:
    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.

    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 VLR1800 questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Suzuki VLR1800 have?

NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recall campaigns for the Suzuki VLR1800, covering model years 2008 to 2010. The most recent, 16V018000, was reported on January 19, 2016 and is filed under “Electrical system”. The 2008 and 2009 model years are covered by the most campaigns (2 each).

Which Suzuki VLR1800 model year has the most complaints?

The 2008 model year, with 2 of the 3 complaints in NHTSA’s file (66.7%). The next is 2009 (1). 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 VLR1800 complaint?

Electrical System is the component named most often: 2 complaints, or 66.7% of all 3. Exterior Lighting (1) and Fuel System, Gasoline (1) 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 VLR1800?

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 VLR1800 complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 3 complaints, 0 report a crash, 0 a fire, 0 at least one injury and 0 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.