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NHTSA Recall 19V418000: Switch (exterior lighting) and brake lights (exterior lighting)

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,640 vehicles. It affects 2018–2019 Suzuki GSX250R.

2,640
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2019
owners notified (June 28)
NHTSA campaign19V418000
Manufacturer campaign2A90
ComponentsEXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS › SWITCH; EXTERIOR LIGHTING › BRAKE LIGHTS
Report receivedJune 5, 2019
Owner notificationJune 28, 2019
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2018-2019 GSX250R motorcycles. Water intrusion may corrode the rear brake light switch causing the rear brake light to fail to illuminate or remain illuminated continuously when the brake is not applied.

Safety risk

A failure of the brake light to illuminate, or continued illumination when the brakes are not being applied, can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear brake stop light switch, free of charge. The recall began June 28, 2019. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A90.

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 19V418000

Make and modelModel years
Suzuki GSX250R2018, 2019

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.