Recall 16V878000: 2012–2016 Suzuki DL650
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Dec 6, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- 8,613
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 DL650 motorcycles manufactured August 30, 2011, to October 12, 2015. In the affected motorcycles, the alternator stator may have insufficient heat resistance, resulting in a short circuit of the stator wires.
The risk
A short circuit of the stator wires may prevent the battery from properly charging, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stator, free of charge. The recall began on January 6, 2017. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A67.
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
- 2012 Suzuki DL650
- 2013 Suzuki DL650
- 2014 Suzuki DL650
- 2015 Suzuki DL650
- 2016 Suzuki DL650
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 16V878000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 2A67
- Manufacturer
- Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jan 6, 2017
- Components
- Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator (Electrical System)
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