NHTSA Recall 06V025000: Tank assembly (fuel system)
AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 37,911 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Suzuki VL1500.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V025000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2087 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | January 30, 2006 |
| Owner notification | February 3, 2006 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain motorcycles, stress around the right front fuel tank mounting point can cause hairline fatigue cracks to form. This can result in a fuel leak.
Safety risk
In the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak can result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and install improved cushions that mount and support the fuel tank. Any fuel tanks that are found to have a crack will be replaced. If a tank is found to have a crack and a replacement tank is not available, fuel tank sealant will be applied to the tank as an interim repair. When the replacement tank becomes available, the owner will be contacted and a replacement tank will be installed. The recall began on february 3, 2006. Owners may contact suzuki at 1-714-572-1490.
Notes
Suzuki recall no.2087. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 06V025000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Suzuki VL1500 | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| Suzuki VL1500T | 2005, 2006 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.