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Motorcycle Recall - Suzuki Recall

By Walter F. Kern

NHTSA Campaign ID:  16V808000
Component:  Electrical System, Exterior Lighting
Manufacturer:  Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.
Recall Date: 11/07/2016
Potential Number of Units Affected: 1,890
Defect Summary:
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2013, 2015, and 2017 GW250 motorcycles. Water may enter the main wiring harness at the rear brake light switch connectors, possibly corroding the brake light switch.
Consequence Summary:
The corrosion may cause an electrical short and the loss of the head light, tail light and brake lights, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Summary:
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will install an improved brake light switch assembly, and install a water protection cover, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin November 23, 2016. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A66.

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