Suzuki Suzuki Motorcycle 1999
Model Suzuki Motorcycle made in 1999 by Suzuki got 9 consumer complains as well as 1 service bulletin. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling and power train. Technical service bulletines regarding service brakes, hydraulic.
Model 1999
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||||
| 99-15 | 10/21/1998 | 602669 | Brief information regarding front brake lever alignment. *yc | 01/06/1999 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 04/05/1999 | 2 | 02/12/1999 | |
| Vehicle has had continued engine problems since purchase, repair attempt led to addition engine failures. mjs (attorney for consumer). | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AXLE ASSEMBLY | |||
| 01/10/2000 | 1 | 02/01/1999 | |
| While moving at low speeds in 4wd the transaxle would make a loud thumping noise and the vehicle would pop out of 4wd, but the 4wd indicator light remained lit. this problem initially occured going up hills but now all the time. while ascending a steep grade the vehicle came out of 4wd and broke traction causing loss of control.-- | |||
| POWER TRAIN - MANUAL TRANSMISSION | |||
| 1 | |||
| Transmission frequently slips out of gear without warning. rear brakes failed. as a result, consumer has to use foot to stop the bike. *ak | |||
| 05/15/2003 | 2600 | 1 | |
| 1. transmission occasionally does not shift into 4th gear on upshift. instead it goes into neutral. 2. rear brakes were completely worn out and had to be replaced at 2,600 miles. *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 01/10/2000 | 1 | 02/01/1999 | |
| While moving at low speeds in 4wd the transaxle would make a loud thumping noise and the vehicle would pop out of 4wd, but the 4wd indicator light remained lit. this problem initially occured going up hills but now all the time. while ascending a steep grade the vehicle came out of 4wd and broke traction causing loss of control.-- | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||
| 05/15/2003 | 2600 | 1 | |
| 1. transmission occasionally does not shift into 4th gear on upshift. instead it goes into neutral. 2. rear brakes were completely worn out and had to be replaced at 2,600 miles. *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - WHEEL CYLINDERS | |||
| 1 | |||
| Transmission frequently slips out of gear without warning. rear brakes failed. as a result, consumer has to use foot to stop the bike. *ak | |||
| STEERING - WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR | |||
| 01/01/2001 | |||
| While traveling on smooth pavement motorcycle exhibited a condition referred to as tank slapping. this occurs when steering stabilizer does not work properly. *ak | |||
| STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS | |||
| 06/01/2000 | |||
| I am worried about the possibility of this rear subframe failing at the welds, especially when carrying a passenger. there have been reported failures, both in the uk and usa, and suzuki uk seems to be the only entity performing repairs with steel replacements. i would like to see suzuki usa perform similar replacements, for safety's sake. | |||