The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·12V231000·Announced 2012-05-21

Suzuki Recalls GSX-R1000 Motorcycles Due to Side Stand Interlock Switch Defect

Suzuki is recalling certain 2012 GSX-R1000 motorcycles because loose bolts may cause the side stand interlock switch to fail, potentially stopping the engine and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

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 risk-of-harm product (motorcycle) where the defect could lead to a crash, but no injuries or fatalities have been reported, fitting the 'High' severity criteria for risk-of-harm products without reported injury.

Plain-English summary

American Suzuki Motor Corp. is recalling certain model year 2012 Suzuki GSX-R1000 motorcycles. The recall involves 4,969 vehicles. The defect is caused by loose bolts on the side stand interlock switch, which may cause the switch to fail.

If the switch fails, it will terminate the ignition circuit, causing the engine to stop running. This unexpected engine stoppage increases the risk of a crash. No specific injuries or fatalities were reported in the source text.

Suzuki will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the side stand interlock switch bolts free of charge. The safety recall began on June 7, 2012. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-714-996-7040 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
SUZUKI GSX-R1000
Brand
SUZUKI
Manufacturer
AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle
Hazard
Affected units
4,969

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • GSX-R1000

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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