Suzuki Recalls 2005 DR-Z110K5 Off-Road Motorcycles Due to Shock Absorber Defect
Suzuki is recalling approximately 1,500 2005 DR-Z110K5 off-road motorcycles because a defective rear shock absorber may leak fluid, causing instability and potential injury.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect that creates a potential for injury or death, but the source explicitly states that no injuries have been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products where injury has not yet been reported.
Plain-English summary
American Suzuki Motor Corporation is recalling approximately 1,500 2005 model year DR-Z110K5 off-road motorcycles. These motorcycles were sold nationwide by Suzuki dealers between July 2004 and early November 2004. The vehicles are yellow with a red stripe on the fuel tank featuring the Suzuki logo.
The recall is due to a defect in the rear shock absorber, which may have been assembled with an incorrect o-ring. This error allows fluid to leak from the shock absorber, compromising its damping characteristics. The resulting fluid loss can render the motorcycle unstable, creating a potential for injury or death. No injuries have been reported in connection with this defect.
Consumers should stop using these motorcycles immediately and contact a local Suzuki dealer to schedule an appointment for repair service. For more information, consumers can call the American Suzuki Customer Service Department at 1-800-444-5077 between 8:30 AM and 5:00 PM Pacific Time, Monday through Friday, or visit suzukicycles.com.
The recalled product
- Product
- Suzuki 2005 model year DR-Z110K5 Off-Road Motorcycles
- Category
- Vehicle — Motorcycles
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 1,500
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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