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2016 Suzuki Gsx-S1000A, Gsx-S1000, Gsx-S1000FA recall: Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, disc, caliper

NHTSA campaign 15V-788 · November 23, 2015 · Suzuki Motor USA, LLC

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Recall at a glance

Campaign number
15V788000
Reported
November 23, 2015
Manufacturer
Suzuki Motor USA, LLC
Part
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components, disc, caliper
Vehicles affected
About 600

What is wrong

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.

Safety 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.

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-S1000 (2016); Suzuki Gsx-S1000A (2016); Suzuki Gsx-S1000FA (2016). Check your VIN to confirm.

What is the safety risk?

If the front brake calipers leak brake fluid, braking performance would be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.

What is 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.

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