Recall 18V064000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE Defect in 2017-2018 SUZUKI GSX-R1000
RECALL This recall affects up to 3,097 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 18V064000 |
| Manufacturer | Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 3,097 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
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 motorcycles chain may stretch or break.
Safety Consequence
If the drive chain breaks, the motorcycle will lose power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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 began on January 25, 2018. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. Suzuki's numbers for this recall are 2A76 to 2A81.
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