2017 SUZUKI GSX-R1000 MOTORCYCLE RECALL - #18V064000
RECALL FOR ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING : ENGINE
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.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Motorcycle |
2017 SUZUKI GSX-R1000 |
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| Manufacturer |
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. |
| Manufactured between |
2/2/2017 - 9/15/2017 |
| Recalled on |
1/23/2018 |
| Influenced by |
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. |
| Owners Notified on |
1/25/2018 |
| # Affected |
3,097 |
| Recalled for |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE |
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| 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 motorcycle?s chain may stretch or break. |
| Consequences |
If the drive chain breaks, the motorcycle will lose power, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
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. |
| 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. |
| See also |
2017 SUZUKI GSX-R1000 Recall for FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE, DELIVERY, FUEL PUMP
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View All SUZUKI GSX-R1000 Recalls |
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