Suzuki Vl1500 2004
Model Vl1500 made in 2004 by Suzuki got 5 consumer complains, 1 investigation there is 1 recall as well as 1 service bulletin. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to fuel system, gasoline, structure and vehicle speed control. Technical service bulletines regarding fuel system, gasoline. The car had one investigation (fuel system, gasoline). There was one recall concerning fuel system, gasoline .
Model 2004
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | ||||||||||||||||
| 06V025000 | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | from 07/01/2003 to 04/30/2004 | V (Vehicle) | 37911 | 02/03/2006 | ODI | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | 01/30/2006 | 01/31/2006 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | On certain motorcycles, stress around the right front fuel tank mounting point can cause hairline fatigue cracks to form. this can result in a fuel leak. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | In the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak can result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and install improved cushions that mount and support the fuel tank. any fuel tanks that are found to have a crack will be replaced. if a tank is found to have a crack and a replacement tank is not available, fuel tank sealant will be applied to the tank as an interim repair. when the replacement tank becomes available, the owner will be contacted and a replacement tank will be installed. the recall began on february 3, 2006. owners may contact suzuki at 1-714-572-1490. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Suzuki recall no.2087. customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||||
| TSB-40A | 04/07/2009 | 10030069 | Suzuki motorcycle: repair instructions to be used in conjunction with the fuel tank inspection and replacement procedures. the demand for certain replacement fuel tanks has exceeded our production capacity. *pe | 07/29/2009 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | ||||||
| PE05031 | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | 06/15/2005 | 02/01/2006 | FUEL LEAK | 06V025000 | |
| Odi opened this pe after receiving fuel tank leak allegations from eight owners.subsequently, we met with both complaint motorcycle owners and owners of motorcycles which had not leaked fuel and inspected their motorcycles. we also discussed the matter with suzuki authorized dealership personnel, requested and reviewed information from suzuki, and discussed this matter with company representatives on 11-3-05. suzuki has decided to recall the subject motorcycles to correct the fuel leak issue.with suzuki's action, this matter is concluded and the investigation closed.a copy of suzuki's recall is attached. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | |||
| 03/01/2009 | |||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 suzuki vl1500 intruder motorcycle. the contact received a recall notice regarding the fuel system and took the vehicle to the dealer; however, they did not have the parts to repair the vehicle. the manufacturer sent the contact a replacement part that was good for 30 days. the dealer stated that the replacement part was unsafe to use. she has not had the vehicle repaired according to the recall and the manufacturer does not know when the part will be available. the mileages and nhtsa campaign id number were unknown. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY | |||
| 04/08/2006 | 13000 | 1 | 02/04/2004 |
| Suzuki has a recall on the intruder 1500 gas tanks. they have my bike now because the tank leaks. they won't give it back and there isn't a timeline when they will have replacement tanks. *nm | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - STORAGE - TANK ASSEMBLY - MOUNTING | |||
| 04/04/2006 | 1 | 04/16/2004 | |
| My local suzuki dealer has had my bike for over sixty days and has not completed the recall. my motorcycle required a new fuel tank that suzuki does not have. suzuki's recall notice said to complain to you in this event. *nm | |||
| STRUCTURE | |||
| 05/01/2005 | 1 | ||
| Consumer was riding on the back of a 2004 suzuki intruder 4500 and her shoe heel melted as a result of the foot peg being mounted too close to the exhaust.*mr this happen within 20 miles of riding (2004 suzuki vl150054 street motorcycle). *bf *n m | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CABLES | |||
| 12/01/2004 | 1 | 2 | 12/01/2004 |
| Dt: the contact states when the hand accelerator was disengaged the handle bar moved from left to right. the motorcycle was seen by the dealer three times. the front tire were balanced again, and the torque on the steering was readjusted. however, the problem recurred, and no further corrections have been made. *ak additionally, the contact feels the recommended tire pressure is incorrect in the owner's manual. the owner's manual recommends a tire pressure of 29 psi for the front and 36 psi for the rear. the manufacturer of the tire recommends 37 psi for the front and 47 for the rear.*ak updated 1/4/2006 - *nm | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AR | RUSSELLVILLE | 72801 | SUZUKI OF RUSSELLVILLE | 479-968-7110 |
| IA | SIOUX CITY | 51105 | BAK HONDA | 712) 255-7955 |
| IL | LYONS | 60530 | AUTO BROTHERS HONDA,SUZKI OF LYONS | |
| IL | LYONS | 60534 | OTTO BROS MOTOR CYCLE |