NHTSA Recall 15V854000
NHTSA Campaign Id 15V854000; Date: Dec. 18, 2015
If electrical power is lost, the engine would stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2014 Suzuki DL1000; 2015 Suzuki DL1000
Component: Electrical System:ignition
Manufactured by: Suzuki Motor Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 2,404
Recall Summary:
Suzuki motor of America, inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2014 dl1000 motorcycles manufactured January 17, 2014, to June 5, 2014, and 2015 dl1000 motorcycles manufactured November 5, 2014, to February 6, 2015. The ignition switch terminals of the affected vehicles may corrode if they come into contact with liquid such as salt water. As a result, the motorcycle's electrical power may be disconnected or the switch may be bypassed, preventing the engine from being shut off with the ignition key.
How to Fix:
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will install a cover for the ignition switch connector, and any corroded ignition lead wire and wire harnesses will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began January 19, 2016. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-996-7040. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2a53.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 29, 2016
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