Recall 15V788000: 2016 Suzuki GSX-S1000, 2016 Suzuki GSX-S1000A, 2016 Suzuki GSX-S1000FA
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Nov 23, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- 600
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2016 GSX-S1000 motorcycles manufactured July 8, 2015, to July 29, 2015, GSX-S1000A motorcycles manufactured July 10, 2015, to August 24, 2015 and, and GSX-S1000FA motorcycles manufactured July 21, 2015, to July 27, 2015. The affected motorcycles may leak brake fluid from the front brake calipers.
The risk
If the front brake calipers leak brake fluid, braking performance would be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Suzuki has notified owners, and dealers will replace the front brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began on December 1, 2015. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A48.
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2016 Suzuki GSX-S1000
- 2016 Suzuki GSX-S1000A
- 2016 Suzuki GSX-S1000FA
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 15V788000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 2A48
- Manufacturer
- Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Dec 1, 2015
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper (Brakes)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology