The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·18V064000·Announced 2018-01-22

Suzuki Recalls 2017-2018 GSX-R1000 Motorcycles for Chain Break Risk

Suzuki is recalling 2017-2018 GSX-R1000 motorcycles because a gear shift error can cause the drive chain to break, leading to power loss and 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 (drive chain break) that results in loss of power and an increased risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2017-2018 GSX-R1000, GSX-R1000A, GSX-R1000RA, and GSX-R1000RZA motorcycles. The recall involves 3,097 vehicles in the United States.

The defect occurs when a rider fails to engage second gear while upshifting from first gear, resulting in a neutral condition that 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. If the drive chain breaks, the motorcycle will lose power, increasing the risk of a crash.

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 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
SUZUKI GSX-R1000
Brand
SUZUKI
Manufacturer
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle
Hazard
Affected units
3,097

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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