2008 SUZUKI GSX-R600
3 recalls — 6 complaints — 4 TSBs
16V018000 Jan 19, 2016
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 AN400, AN400A, DL1000, GSX1300R, 2008-2009 GSF1250S and GSF1250SA, 2008 GSX1300BK and GSX1300BKA, 2008-2010 GSX650F, GSX-R600, GSX-R750, VLR1800, VLR1800T, and 2009-2010 SFV650 and VZ1500 motorcycles. Due to a problem w... Read more
Consequence
If the engine stalls while riding, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Remedy
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the regulator/rectifier, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 4, 2016. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-444-5077. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A56 to 2A64.
13V449000 Oct 18, 2013
SERVICE BRAKES
Defect Description
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2013 GSX-R600 and GSX-R750, and model year 2005-2013 GSX-R1000 motorcycles. In combination with older brake fluid, corrosion of the brake piston inside of the front brake master cylinder generates gas that may result in a r... Read more
Consequence
As a result, front braking power may be reduced increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2013. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-572-1490. Suzuki's campaign numbers for this recall are: 2A (31, 32, 33, 34, 35, and 36).
11V108000 Feb 23, 2011
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Defect Description
SUZUKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2010 MOTORCYCLES MANUFACTURED FROM JULY 2007 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 2009, EQUIPPED WITH REGULATOR/RECTIFIER ASSEMBLIES, SUZUKI PART NUMBERS 32800-41F11, 32800-15H10, 32800-05H11, 32800-41G10, 32800-15H00, 32800-18H00, 32800-05G10, 32800-10G10, 32800-05H... Read more
Consequence
THIS CONDITION CAUSES EXCESSIVE HEAT ON THE CIRCUIT BOARD AND UNCONTROLLED ELECTRIC CURRENT OUTPUT, WHICH CAN RESULT IN INSUFFICIENT CHARGING CURRENT BEING PROVIDED TO THE MOTORCYCLE BATTERY. THIS CAN CAUSE DISCHARGE OF THE BATTERY AND CAN LEAD TO ENGINE STALLING AND/OR A NO-START CONDITION. ENGIN... Read more
Remedy
SUZUKI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND SUZUKI DISTRIBUTORS WILL REPLACE THE REGULATOR/RECTIFIER WITH AN IMPROVED PART FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 2, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-714-572-1490.
Complaint Statistics
6 total complaints
1 crashes 1 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 1 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 1 |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 1 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 12, 2017
Incident date: Dec 7, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 SUZUKI GSX-R600. WHILE APPROACHING A RED LIGHT AND ATTEMPTING TO SWITCH TO NEUTRAL, THE MOTORCYCLE STALLED AND DID NOT RESTART. AFTER A FEW ATTEMPTS, THE MOTORCYCLE RESTARTED AND UNKNOWN WARNING INDICATORS FLASHED ON AND OFF. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS DRIVEN TO THE CONTACT'S RES... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Dec 7, 2017
Incident date: Dec 7, 2017
I OWN A 2008 SUZUKI GSXR 600. I HAVE DONE A FEW RECALLS ON THIS BIKE INCLUDING THE RECTIFIER AND MASTER CYLINDER. HOWEVER, THERE IS ALSO AN ISSUE WITH THE STATOR WHICH IS NOT UNDER RECALL YET. I HAVE REPLACED THIS PART AT LEAST TWICE, AND NOW I HAVE TO REPLACE IT AGAIN AS IT JUST WENT OUT. THIS PART... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dec 7, 2017
Incident date: Dec 7, 2017
I OWN A 2008 SUZUKI GSXR 600. I HAVE DONE A FEW RECALLS ON THIS BIKE INCLUDING THE RECTIFIER AND MASTER CYLINDER. HOWEVER, THERE IS ALSO AN ISSUE WITH THE STATOR WHICH IS NOT UNDER RECALL YET. I HAVE REPLACED THIS PART AT LEAST TWICE, AND NOW I HAVE TO REPLACE IT AGAIN AS IT JUST WENT OUT. THIS PART... Read more
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jun 27, 2011
Incident date: Jun 1, 2011
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2008 SUZUKI GSX-R600. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 30 MPH THE VEHICLE STALLED. AS A RESULT, THE VEHICLE TIPPED OVER AND WAS INVOLVED IN A SINGLE VEHICLE CRASH. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE CONTACT WENT TO THE HOSPITAL TO TREAT SERIOUS INJURIES. TH... Read more
Crash
1 injured
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 5, 2011
Incident date: Jul 1, 2009
2008 SUZUKI GSX-R600. CONSUMER STATES ELECTRIC PROBLEM WITH BIKE. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE BIKE HAS BEEN TO THE DEALER FOUR TIMES FOR PROBLEMS WITH THE STARTER/ VOLTAGE REGULATOR AND THE BIKE CONTINUES TO CUT OFF. *JB
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Dec 4, 2008
Incident date: Oct 15, 2008
RIDING MY '08 SUZUKI GSXR-600 PER NORMAL OPERATION, I NOTICE THAT IT STARTS TO LOSE POWER. THIS IS A VEHICLE THAT HAS JUST OVER 1000 MILES (BARELY PAST BREAK-IN) AND IS LESS THAN 6 MOS OLD. WHEN I TRY TO ROLL ON MORE THROTTLE, THERE IS 0 RESPONSE FROM THE MACHINE. IT THEN ARBITRARILY 'KICKS IN' WHIC... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins — 2008 SUZUKI GSX-R600
4 manufacturer communications from 2 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 2 |
| 030000 BRAKES (PWS) | 2 |
EPN-2546-2
Oct 26, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Notification to distributors of a request to promote the disposal of old parts stock (revised).
EPN-2546-2
Oct 26, 2022
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Notification to distributors of a request to promote the disposal of old parts stock (revised).
EPN-2546
Oct 24, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
Notification to distributors of a request to promote the disposal of old parts stock.
EPN-2546
Oct 24, 2022
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Notification to distributors of a request to promote the disposal of old parts stock.
SUZUKI GSX-R600 — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the SUZUKI GSX-R600 across all model years (1997–2013).
16
Total Recalls
116
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
24
Reported Crashes
8
Reported Fires
3
Reported Deaths
SUZUKI GSX-R600 — Year by Year
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