NHTSA Campaign Id 98V133000; Date: Jun. 24, 1998
In the presence of an ignition source, fuel leakage can result in a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:1997 Suzuki Gsx-r600; 1996 Suzuki Gsx-r750; 1997 Suzuki Gsx-r750; 1997 Suzuki Tl1000sv; 1998 Suzuki Tl1000sv; 1997 Suzuki Tl1000sw; 1998 Suzuki Tl1000sw
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:delivery
Manufactured by: American Suzuki Motor Corp.
Affected Units:: 17,007
Recall Summary:Vehicle description: motorcycles. The gasket between the fuel tank and the fuel pump mounting plate can lose its ability to provide a tight seal, allowing fuel to drip from the gasket.
How to Fix:Dealers will install a redesigned fuel pump gasket on these motorcycles.
Recall Notes:Owner notification began June 29, 1998. Owners who take their motorcycles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Suzuki at 1-800-255-2550. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (-1888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 29, 1998
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