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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 11V108📅 Feb 23, 2011

2008–2010 Suzuki GSX1300R & 2008–2010 Suzuki VL800 + 10 more recall: electrical system

⚠️ What's wrong

Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 motorcycles manufactured from july 2007 through september 2009, equipped with regulator/rectifier assemblies, suzuki part numbers 32800-41F11, 32800-15H10, 32800-05H11, 32800-41G10, 32800-15H00, 32800-18H00, 32800-05G10, 32800-10G10, 32800-05H20, or 32800-06G01. Some regulator/rectifier assemblies were produced with insufficient adhesion between the power module (circuit board) and the rectifier case that contains a heat sink to dissipate heat. Due to insufficient adhesion, heat generated on the power module circuit board CAN cause the circuit board to deform, and lift of the case.

💥 The risk

This condition causes excessive heat on the circuit board and uncontrolled electric current output, which CAN result in insufficient charging current being provided to the motorcycle battery. This CAN cause discharge of the battery and CAN lead to engine stalling and/or a no-start condition. Engine stalling while riding CAN increase the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Suzuki will notify owners and suzuki distributors will replace the regulator/rectifier with an improved part free of charge. The safety recall began on march 2, 2011. Owners may contact suzuki at 1-714-572-1490.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
11V108000
Manufacturer
AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
Vehicles affected
73,426
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Mar 2, 2011
Built
Oct 1, 2008 – Apr 30, 2009
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 11V108 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 11V108?

2008–2010 Suzuki GSX1300R & 2008–2010 Suzuki VL800 + 10 more. 73,426 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Suzuki dealer to book the free repair.