1997 Suzuki TL1000SV
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1997 Suzuki TL1000SV. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 1997 Suzuki TL1000SV. Newest first.
Vehicle description: motorcycles. the gasket between the fuel tank and the fuel pump mounting plate can lose its ability to provide a tight seal, allowing fuel to drip from the gasket.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the presence of an ignition source, fuel leakage can result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install a redesigned fuel pump gasket on these motorcycles.
Vehicle description: motorcycles. front wheel movement and rapid side-to-side handlebar movement can occur when the front wheel IS lightly loaded and hits a bump.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This movement can reduce the driver's ability to control the motorcycle resulting in a loss of control and a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a steering damper kit on these vehicles which IS designed to reduce front wheel oscillation and eliminate side-to-side handlebar movement.
Owner complaints
7 complaints
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Latest complaints
- Steering › Gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Gear box worn out prematurely. Yh
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery
Previously repaired under nhtsa campaign ID 98v13300. replacement part failed in same manner. *ak
- Equipment
Safety recall retrofit of the motorcycle has not been received. (Attorney for consumer).
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
Fuel pump gasket leaks.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
Fuel pump gasket failed.
- Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly
Fuel tank leaks.
- Wheels
Front wheel wobbles after recall repairs.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 615561Subject regarding recall campaign fuel tank bracket mounting.
- 604502Customers may experience clutch slipping or gradual engagement during aggressive riding.
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