NHTSA Recall 16V018000: Electrical system
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 68,344 vehicles. It affects 11 models including the Suzuki AN400.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V018000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 2A56 to 2A64 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received | January 19, 2016 |
| Owner notification | February 19, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 AN400, AN400A, DL1000, GSX1300R, 2008-2009 GSF1250S and GSF1250SA, 2008 GSX1300BK and GSX1300BKA, 2008-2010 GSX650F, GSX-R600, GSX-R750, VLR1800, VLR1800T, and 2009-2010 SFV650 and VZ1500 motorcycles. Due to a problem with the circuit board for the regulator/rectifier power module, the motorcycle may not sufficiently charge the battery and the motorcycle may stall.
Safety risk
If the engine stalls while riding, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the regulator/rectifier, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 4, 2016. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-444-5077. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A56 to 2A64.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V018000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Suzuki AN400 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Suzuki DL1000 | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Suzuki GSF1250S | 2008, 2009 |
| Suzuki GSX-R600 | 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Suzuki GSX-R750 | 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Suzuki GSX1300BK | 2008 |
| Suzuki GSX1300R | 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Suzuki GSX650F | 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Suzuki SFV650 | 2009, 2010 |
| Suzuki VLR1800 | 2008, 2009, 2010 |
| Suzuki VZ1500 | 2009, 2010 |
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.