Motorcycle Recall - Suzuki Recall
By Walter F. Kern
NHTSA Campaign ID:
16V878000
Component:
Electrical System
Manufacturer:
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.
Recall Date: 12/06/2016
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Potential Number of Units Affected: 8,613
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Defect Summary:
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 DL650 motorcycles manufactured August 30, 2011, to October 12, 2015. In the affected motorcycles, the alternator stator may have insufficient heat resistance, resulting in a short circuit of the stator wires.
Consequence Summary:
A short circuit of the stator wires may prevent the battery from properly charging, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Summary:
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stator, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin in December 2016. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A67.
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