Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #15V788000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 15V788000 by Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc. Affecting model year 2016 gsx-s1000 motorcycles manufactured july 8, 2015, to july 29, 2015, gsx-s1000a motorcycles manufactured july 10, 2015, to august 24, 2015 and, and gsx-s1000fa motorcycles manufactured july 21, 2015, to july 27, 2015 Includes 600 affected units, Front Brake Calipers may Leak Brake Fluid, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2016 gsx-s1000 motorcycles manufactured july 8, 2015, to july 29, 2015, gsx-s1000a motorcycles manufactured july 10, 2015, to august 24, 2015 and, and gsx-s1000fa motorcycles manufactured july 21, 2015, to july 27, 2015

Defect Summary

Suzuki motor of america, inc. (suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2016 gsx-s1000 motorcycles manufactured july 8, 2015, to july 29, 2015, gsx-s1000a motorcycles manufactured july 10, 2015, to august 24, 2015 and, and gsx-s1000fa motorcycles manufactured july 21, 2015, to july 27, 2015. the affected motorcycles may leak brake fluid from the front brake calipers.

Corrective Action

Suzuki has notified owners, and dealers will replace the front brake calipers, free of charge. the recall began on december 1, 2015. owners may contact suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. suzuki's number for this recall is 2a48.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 15V788000
Manufacturer: Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2015-11-23T00:00:00
Subject: Front brake calipers may leak brake fluid
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Potentially Affected Units: 600

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 2A48
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Suzuki motor of america, inc. (suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2016 gsx-s1000 motorcycles manufactured july 8, 2015, to july 29, 2015, gsx-s1000a motorcycles manufactured july 10, 2015, to august 24, 2015 and, and gsx-s1000fa motorcycles manufactured july 21, 2015, to july 27, 2015. the affected motorcycles may leak brake fluid from the front brake calipers.
Consequence Summary: If the front brake calipers leak brake fluid, braking performance would be reduced, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Suzuki has notified owners, and dealers will replace the front brake calipers, free of charge. the recall began on december 1, 2015. owners may contact suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. suzuki's number for this recall is 2a48.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 96.5

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NHTSA ID: 15V788000
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