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SevereNHTSA·13V312000·Announced 2013-07-16

Suzuki Recalls 2013 Hayabusa Motorcycles Due to ABS Malfunction

Suzuki is recalling 2,561 model year 2013 GSX1300RA Hayabusa motorcycles because a manufacturing error may cause the Anti-Lock Brake System to malfunction, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013 GSX1300RA Hayabusa motorcycles manufactured between January 22, 2013, and April 26, 2013. The recall involves 2,561 vehicles.

Due to a manufacturing error, the Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS) may malfunction and lose its anti-lock functionality. This defect may allow for wheel lock-up and skidding, which increases the risk of a crash.

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected ABS units free of charge. The recall began on August 5, 2013. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-572-1490. Suzuki's campaign number for this recall is WN. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
SUZUKI HAYABUSA GSX1300RA
Brand
SUZUKI
Manufacturer
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle
Hazard
Affected units
2,561

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)

  • HAYABUSA GSX1300RA

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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