The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·20V612000·Announced 2020-09-30

Suzuki Recalls 2018 GSX250R Motorcycles for Headlight Failure Risk

Suzuki is recalling 2018 GSX250R and GSX250RZ motorcycles because the headlight may fail, reducing visibility 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 injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2018 GSX250R and GSX250RZ motorcycles. The recall involves approximately 2,100 vehicles.

The low and/or high beam headlight may fail. The sudden loss of low and/or high beams can reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the headlight bulb and install a bulb retention spring clip, free of charge. The recall began March 29, 2021. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-844-352-4921 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
SUZUKI GSX250RZ, GSX250R
Brand
SUZUKI
Manufacturer
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Motorcycle
Hazard
Affected units
2,100

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 (2)

  • GSX250RZ
  • GSX250R

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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