NHTSA Recall 25V873000: Critical fasteners (service brakes)
Suzuki Motor USA, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,003 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Suzuki DR-Z400S.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V873000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 3A09 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › CRITICAL FASTENERS |
| Report received | December 17, 2025 |
| Owner notification | January 9, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Suzuki Motor USA, LLC (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2025-2026 DR-Z400S and 2025 DR-Z400SM motorcycles. The reservoir tank cap fixing screws may have been incorrectly tightened, allowing brake fluid to leak. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 122, “Motorcycle Brake Systems.”
Safety risk
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, increasing the distance required to stop and the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will tighten the screws, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 9, 2026. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 20, 2025.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V873000
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.