NHTSA Recall 08V249000: Switch (electrical system)
AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 9,109 vehicles. It affects 2008 Suzuki GSX-1300RK8.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V249000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2A05 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › IGNITION › SWITCH |
| Report received | June 3, 2008 |
| Owner notification | June 10, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
American suzuki is recalling 9,109 my 2008 gsx1300r motorcycles. Improper routing of the ignition switch wiring harness can cause a bent portion of the wiring harness to flex rather than slide when the handlebar is moved from right to left or left to right. Repeated side-to-side movement of the handlebar, and flexing of the bent portion wiring harness, can eventually cause the ignition switch lead wires to become cut or broken.
Safety risk
This can result in intermittent or complete loss of electrical power, which can result in loss of lighting and/or stalling of the engine, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the ignition switch lead wire routing. If the lead wire harness is incorrectly routed, dealers will replace the lower portion ignition switch (which contains the ignition switch lead wires) and make sure that the wiring harness is properly routed. The recall began on june 10, 2008. Owners may contact american suzuki at 1-800-255-2550.
Notes
Suzuki recall no. 2a05.customers may 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 08V249000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Suzuki GSX-1300RK8 | 2008 |
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.