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2009–2014 Suzuki Gsx-R1000, Gsx-R750 recall: Power train: manual transmission

NHTSA campaign 14V-629 · October 7, 2014 · Suzuki Motor USA, LLC

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
14V629000
Reported
October 7, 2014
Manufacturer
Suzuki Motor USA, LLC
Part
Power train: manual transmission
Vehicles affected
About 23,073

What is wrong

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 GSX-R750 and 2009-2014 GSX-R1000 motorcycles. If a gear is missed while upshifting, the strain applied to the drive chain after the next shift may cause the rear axle to move, damaging the left-side drive chain adjuster.

Safety risk

If the drive chain adjuster gets damaged, the drive chain may come off, removing power to the rear wheel, and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left-side chain adjuster with an improved part. The recall began on October 17, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. Suzuki's numbers for this recall are 2A40, 2A41, 2A42 and 2A43.

Affected models

Model years listed by NHTSA for this campaign. Only vehicles within the build range in the notice are affected.

Notes from the notice

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.

Frequently asked questions

Which vehicles are affected by this recall?

Suzuki Gsx-R1000 (2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014); Suzuki Gsx-R750 (2011, 2012, 2013, 2014). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

If the drive chain adjuster gets damaged, the drive chain may come off, removing power to the rear wheel, and increasing the risk of a crash.

What is the fix?

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left-side chain adjuster with an improved part. The recall began on October 17, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. Suzuki's numbers for this recall are 2A40, 2A41, 2A42 and 2A43.

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