NHTSA Recall 18V064000
NHTSA Campaign Id 18V064000; Date: Jan. 22, 2018
If the drive chain breaks, the motorcycle will lose power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2017 Suzuki Gsx-r1000; 2018 Suzuki Gsx-r1000
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:engine
Manufactured by: Suzuki Motor Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 3,097
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
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 is expected to begin in January 2018. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. Suzuki's numbers for this recall are 2a76 to 2a81.
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 25, 2018
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