Recall 15E053000 — SEATS:MOTORCYCLE Defect in 2006-2015 SUZUKI VZR1800
RECALL This recall affects up to 308 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 15E053000 |
| Manufacturer | Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 308 |
| Component | SEATS:MOTORCYCLE |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain Accessory Backrest Mounting Hardware kits, part numbers 990A0-75148 and 990A0-75148-BLK, manufactured March 1, 2012, to April 21, 2015. The affected hardware kits are for installing accessory backrests on 2006-2015 Suzuki VZR1800 (Boulevard M109R) motorcycles. The mounting hardware kits may include four 110mm bolts instead of two 75mm bolts and two 95mm bolts.
Safety Consequence
If the backrest is installed with bolts that are too long, the mounting bolts may contact the rear tire, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will correct the mounting hardware as needed, free of charge. The recall began on July 21, 2015. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-444-5077.
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