Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #13V449000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V449000 by Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc. Affecting model year 2004-2013 gsx-r600 and gsx-r750, and model year 2005-2013 gsx-r1000 motorcycles Includes 208,966 affected units, Soft Front Brake/Increased Stopping Distance, component: SERVICE BRAKES, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Vehicle Make / Model
makesAndModelsmodel year 2004-2013 gsx-r600 and gsx-r750, and model year 2005-2013 gsx-r1000 motorcycles
Defect Summary
Suzuki motor of america, inc. (suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2013 gsx-r600 and gsx-r750, and model year 2005-2013 gsx-r1000 motorcycles. in combination with older brake fluid, corrosion of the brake piston inside of the front brake master cylinder generates gas that may result in a reduction of fluid pressure transmission to the front brake.
Corrective Action
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began on november 18, 2013. owners may contact suzuki at 1-800-572-1490. suzuki's campaign numbers for this recall are: 2a (31, 32, 33, 34, 35, and 36).