Suzuki Gs850

Model Gs850 made by Suzuki got 1 recall. There was one recall concerning power train .

Model 1979

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE
79V225000AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.from 10/01/1978 to 08/01/1979V (Vehicle)952410/10/1979MFRAMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.10/10/197912/13/1979
Defect SummaryThere is a possibility that one or more bolts which transmit the power from the final drive gear case to the rear wheel could break if the retaining nuts should loosen and the motorcycle is subjected to severe usage. should this happen, the broken portion of the bolt could lodge between the final drive gear case and the rear wheel, causing abnormal noise, cosmetic damage to the wheel and gear case, and possible rear wheel lock-up at low speed.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe dealer will replace the drive joint assembly with a modified assembly, at no cost to owner.
NotesVehicle description: motorcycles.system: power train; driveline.consequences of defect: rear wheel lock-up can cause loss of vehicle controland a vehicle accident.