Recall 14V629000 — POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION Defect in 2009-2014 SUZUKI GSX-R1000
RECALL This recall affects up to 23,073 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 14V629000 |
| Manufacturer | Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 23,073 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
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.
Safety 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.
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