Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #14V629000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V629000 by Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc. Affecting model year 2011-2014 gsx-r750 and 2009-2014 gsx-r1000 motorcycles Includes 23,073 affected units, Missed Shifts may Result in Chain Detachment, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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model year 2011-2014 gsx-r750 and 2009-2014 gsx-r1000 motorcycles

Defect Summary

Suzuki motor of america, inc. (suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 gsx-r750 and 2009-2014 gsx-r1000 motorcycles. if a gear is missed while upshifting, the strain applied to the drive chain after the next shift may cause the rear axle to move, damaging the left-side drive chain adjuster.

Corrective Action

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left-side chain adjuster with an improved part. the recall began on october 17, 2014. owners may contact suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. suzuki's numbers for this recall are 2a40, 2a41, 2a42 and 2a43.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V629000

Manufacturer: Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc

Report Received Date: 2014-10-07T00:00:00

Subject: Missed shifts may result in chain detachment

Component: Power Train

Potentially Affected Units: 23,073

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2A40,2A41,2A42,2A43

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Suzuki motor of america, inc. (suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 gsx-r750 and 2009-2014 gsx-r1000 motorcycles. if a gear is missed while upshifting, the strain applied to the drive chain after the next shift may cause the rear axle to move, damaging the left-side drive chain adjuster.

Consequence Summary: If the drive chain adjuster gets damaged, the drive chain may come off, removing power to the rear wheel, and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left-side chain adjuster with an improved part. the recall began on october 17, 2014. owners may contact suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. suzuki's numbers for this recall are 2a40, 2a41, 2a42 and 2a43.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: 52.83

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SID: row-i7p3-87e2.37d8

NHTSA ID: 14V629000

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Created At: 1742808662

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