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2007 Suzuki Gsx-R1000

Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data

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Owner complaintsComplaints are reports submitted to NHTSA by owners and drivers. NHTSA does not verify most reports before publishing them, and a complaint does not establish that a defect exists. Volume is influenced by how many of a vehicle were sold, how long it has been on the road, and how much attention an issue has received.
24
Latest May 10, 2023
Safety recallsA safety recall is issued when a manufacturer or NHTSA determines that a vehicle has a safety-related defect or does not comply with a federal motor vehicle safety standard. Recall repairs are free. Whether a specific vehicle is covered depends on its VIN — a recall listed for a model year does not necessarily apply to every vehicle of that year.
2
Latest Oct 18, 2013
InvestigationsNHTSA opens an investigation to examine whether a safety defect may exist. An open investigation is not a determination that a defect exists, and many investigations close without a recall. Investigations can, however, lead to one.
0
Crash or fire reportedComplaints whose submitter recorded that a crash or a fire occurred. These are the reporter's own answers on the NHTSA form, not verified findings.
12
12 injuries, 0 deaths reported

Overview

Our database contains 24 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2007 Suzuki Gsx-R1000, most frequently naming the driver assistance, body & structure and transmission categories. 2 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year; and 3 manufacturer communications are on file.

Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.

What owners report

Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded

  • Driver assistance1144.0%
  • Body & structure416.0%
  • Transmission312.0%
  • Brakes312.0%
  • Fuel system28.0%
  • Electrical14.0%
  • Engine14.0%

Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.

Safety recalls

2 campaigns cover this model year

Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.

Check a VIN on NHTSA.gov
13V449000

SERVICE BRAKES

Oct 18, 2013
208,966 units potentially affected
The defect: 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 reduction of fluid pressure transmission to the front brake.
The risk: As a result, front braking power may be reduced increasing the risk of a crash.
The 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).
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.Manufacturer number 2A (31-36)View on NHTSA.gov
07V362000

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Aug 15, 2007
13,398 units potentially affected
The defect: ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, EACH TIME THE IGNITION SWITCH IS TURNED OFF, THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) PRE-SETS THE POSITION OF THE IDLE SPEED CONTROL (ISC) VALVE FOR SUBSEQUENT ENGINE STARTING BY OPENING THE VALVE COMPLETELY AND THEN CLOSING IT TO A START-UP POSITION.
The risk: DUE TO IMPROPER SHAPE OF THE INTERNAL MECHANISM THAT MOVES THE ISC VALVE, THE VALVE MAY REMAIN IN THE OPEN POSITION INSTEAD OF MOVING TO THE CORRECT START-UP POSITION. THIS CAN RESULT IN NO-LOAD ENGINE IDLE SPEEDS AS HIGH AS 5000 RPM THE NEXT TIME THE ENGINE IS STARTED. IF THE RIDER CHOOSES TO OPERATE THE MOTORCYCLE IN THIS CONDITION, THE RIDER MAY HAVE DIFFICULTY OPERATING THE MOTORCYCLE, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
The remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ISC VALVE WITH AN IMPROVED PART, AND WILL ALSO REPLACE THE ECM. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 22, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-714-572-1490.
AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.Manufacturer number 2098View on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words

View all 24
Brakes
Filed May 10, 2023
Crash reported1 injury reported

while traveling at 55mph and just exiting a corner my front brake without any warning and instantly locked up sending me and my bike to the highway in A Skid. there is a known problem with using aftermarket levers after the recalled master cylinder has been changed.this problem poses a serious risk to many if not addressed and remedied. there was a police report that does not reflect what actually happened at all. I did over the winter service my bike adding new levers. related info can be obtained online.

NHTSA ID
11521381
Incident
Mar 21, 2023
Brakes
Filed Apr 16, 2021

SUZUKI WILL NOT PERFORM THE RECALL ON MY BRAKE FOR THE MASTER CYLINDER. THE BIKE HAS NO FRONT BRAKES AND THEY WILL NOT SEND ME THE NEW PARTS TO DO THE REPAIR. THEY ARE TELLING I MUST PAY TO GET IT TOWED TO A DEALER 2 HRS FROM MY HOUSE TO GET IT REPAIRED. IF THEY WON'T PAY FOR THE TOW THEN THEY NEED TO SEND ME THE PART SO I CAN COMPLETE THE REPAIR MYSELF.

NHTSA ID
11408461
Incident
Apr 16, 2021
Brakes
Filed Mar 11, 2020
Crash reported1 injury reported

FRONT BRAKES ARE NOT STOPPING THE BIKE INSTEAD IT BECOMES JUMPY FROM THE TRIPLE TREE. IT HAPPENS WHEN EVER COMING FROM A STOP OF 10 MPH

NHTSA ID
11317443
Incident
Jan 17, 2017
Mileage
40,000 mi
Transmission
Filed Nov 23, 2010

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SUZUKI GSX-R 1000. THE CONTACT STATED THAT DURING WINTER AND FALL MONTHS THE CLUTCH BECAME INOPERABLE. THE DEALER MADE THREE ATTEMPTS TO DIAGNOSE THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED, BUT OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 12,524. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 1200.

NHTSA ID
10367290
Incident
Nov 1, 2007
Mileage
1,200 mi
Electrical
Filed May 13, 2010

FOR SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN #2098 FROM SUZUKI MOTORCYCLE MODEL 2007 GSX-R1000. IDLE SPEED CONTROL VALVE REPLACEMENT KIT INCLUDES: ISC VALVE SET AND ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE. THE ECM HAS TWO WIRING HARNESSES THAT PLUG INTO IT, AND IF THE DEALER DOESN'T USE DIELECTRIC GREASE WHEN THEY REPLACE THE ECM, CORROSION CAN OCCUR, CAUSING PINS TO BREAK OFF, AND ENGINE UNEXPECTEDLY SHUT OFF IN OPERATION. *TR

NHTSA ID
10330302
Incident
Apr 30, 2010
Mileage
8,108 mi
Body & structure
Filed Jan 1, 2010

I HAVE A 2007 SUZUKI GSX-R 1000 SPORTSBIKE AND THE FRAME BROKE IN HALF AT THE WELDS. IT IS A VERY CLEAN BREAK AT THE WELDS. I HAVE SEARCHED ONLINE AND FOUND MANY OTHER COMPLAINTS OF THE SAME ISSUE FOR THE SAME BIKE. SUZUKI DOES HAVE A RECALL ON THE 05/06 GSXR 1000 FRO THE SAME PROBLEM. *TR

NHTSA ID
10297779
Incident
Aug 11, 2009
Mileage
9,123 mi
Body & structure
Filed Jun 18, 2009

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SUZUKI GSX-R1000. WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN AT APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THE VEHICLE COLLAPSED TO THE GROUND. THE CONTACT RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND NOTICED THAT THE FRAME WAS FRACTURED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT WEIGHED DOWN AT THE TIME OF THE FAILURE. HIS VEHICLE MODEL YEAR WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 09V022000 (STRUCTURE: FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDER BODY SHIELDS). HE CALLED THE MANUFACTURER, BUT HAS NOT RECEIVED A RESPONSE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 8,000.

NHTSA ID
10274269
Incident
Jun 4, 2009
Mileage
8,000 mi
Driver assistanceEngine
Filed Jul 7, 2008
Crash reported1 injury reported

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SUZUKI GSX-R1000 K7. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT LOST CONTROL AND THE MOTORCYCLE FLIPPED OVER. THE CONTACT WAS THROWN FROM THE VEHICLE. HE WAS IN INTENSIVE CARE FOR OVER TEN DAYS AND IS NOW IN A REHABILITATION PROGRAM AT THE HOSPITAL. THE CONTACT SUFFERED TRAUMATIC HEAD INJURY, A FRACTURED COLLARBONE, AND POSSIBLY A BROKEN BONE, IN ADDITION TO SIGNIFICANT CUTS AND BRUISES. THE MOTORCYCLE WAS DESTROYED. THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE WAS UNKNOWN. A WEEK AFTER THE INCIDENT, THE CONTACT RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE PERTAINING TO THE SAME FAILURE. THE CONSUMERS FATHER RESEARCHED THE DEFECTS AND FOUND OTHER FAILURES SIMILAR TO WHAT HE EXPERIENCED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE RECALL SHOULD NOT HAVE CAUSED SUCH A DANGEROUS OUTCOME TO THE MOTORCYCLE. RECALL NUMBER 07V362000 THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE LESS THAN 10. UPDATED 07/31/08.*LJ THE CONSUMERS FATHER SENT IN DOCUMENTATION REGARDING HIS SON'S ACCIDENT. UPDATED 08/05/08.

NHTSA ID
10233394
Incident
Jun 7, 2008
Mileage
10 mi

Manufacturer communications

A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.

EPN-2546-2

EQUIPMENT; SERVICE BRAKES

Notification to distributors of a request to promote the disposal of old parts stock (revised).

EPN-2546

EQUIPMENT; SERVICE BRAKES

Notification to distributors of a request to promote the disposal of old parts stock.

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ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS

ADDITIONAL SERVICE MANUAL INFORMATION - WATER HOSE INSTALLATION FOR MODEL GSX-R1000K7-K8. *PE

Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Suzuki Gsx-R1000 by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2023000—
2022000—
2021200—
2018120—
2017420—
2015100—
2014110—
2013120—
2012020—
2011030—
2010030—
2009130—
2008710—
2007Viewing242058.2
2006620—
2005520—
2004210—
2003210—
2002010—
2001510—

Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.