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2005 Suzuki SV1000S

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.
3
Latest Dec 31, 2018
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 Aug 15, 2008
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.
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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.
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Overview

Our database contains 3 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2005 Suzuki SV1000S, most frequently naming the electrical, engine and powertrain (other) categories. 2 safety recalls have been issued covering this model year.

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

  • Electrical360.0%
  • Engine120.0%
  • Powertrain (other)120.0%

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
08E052000

EQUIPMENT

Aug 15, 2008
10,000 units potentially affected
The defect: MOTION PRO IS RECALLING 10,000 AFTERMARKET BRAKE LEVERS, MODEL NO. 14-0415, SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN MY 1999 THROUGH 2008 SUZUKI AND MY 1998 THROUGH 2003 YAMAHA MOTORCYCLES. THE LOBE HEIGHT ON SOME OF THESE LEVERS ARE SMALLER AND DO NOT PROPERLY ENGAGE THE STOMP LAMP SWITCH WHICH WILL NOT DEACTIVATE WHEN THE DRIVER RELEASES THE BRAKE LEVER. THE LEVER CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY THE MARKING "JY 378" AT THE BASE OF THE LEVER NEAR THE PIVOT BUSHING.
The risk: IF THIS OCCURS, THE STOP LAMP WILL REMAIN ON WHICH COULD POSSIBLY RESULT IN A CRASH.
The remedy: MOTION PRO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE A FREE REMEDY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MOTION PRO AT 1-877-438-7831.
MOTION PRO, INC.View on NHTSA.gov
06V013000

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Jan 18, 2006
4,841 units potentially affected
The defect: ON CERTAIN CALIFORNIA-SPECIFICATION MODEL MOTORCYCLES, REPEATED STRESS FROM VIBRATION CAN CAUSE A CRACK TO FORM IN THE AREA WHERE THE LIQUID/VAPOR SEPARATOR BRACKET IS WELDED INSIDE THE FUEL TANK. THIS CAN ALLOW FUEL LEAKAGE TO OCCUR.
The risk: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.
The remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANK FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 3, 2006. CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT AMERICAN SUZUKI AT 714-572-1490.
AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.Manufacturer number 2086View on NHTSA.gov

Recent owner complaints

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

ElectricalEngine
Filed Dec 31, 2018

MAGNETS IN STATOR KEEP SEPARATING IN VERY HOT CONDITIONS CAUSING A SITUATION WHERE THE MOTORCYCLE COULD SUDDENLY SHUT OFF AND/OR UNABLE TO POWER BACK ON AT STAND STILL / IDLE

NHTSA ID
11164305
Incident
Dec 17, 2018
Mileage
25,000 mi
Electrical
Filed Feb 16, 2014

THE CHARGING SYSTEM ON THIS MOTORCYCLE HAS NO WARNING WHEN IT QUITS WORKING. SINCE IT IS A FUEL INJECTED VEHICLE, WITH CONSTANTLY ON HEADLIGHTS IT WILL RUN DOWN A PERFECTLY GOOD BATTERY WHEN THE CHARGING SYSTEM FAILS. *TR THE CHARGING SYSTEM HAS A LATENT DEFECT IN THE ROTOR. THE MAGNETS ARE ATTACHED WITH AN ADHESIVE. THE AMOUNT OF ADHESIVE IS MINIMAL, LEADING TO THE RELEASE OF THE MAGNETS. THE ATTACHMENT IS POOR AT BEST FROM A DESIGN STANDPOINT. THE MAGNETS NEED TO BE SECURED EITHER WITH RIVETS IN RECESSES IN THE METAL ROTOR. WHEN THE MAGNETS FALL OFF, THE CHARGING SYSTEM FAILS. THE PROBLEM IS THAT THE VEHICLE QUITS WITH NO WARNING. IN MY SPECIFIC CASE IT HAPPENED AT RUSH HOUR, ON A FOUR LANE 55 MPH ROAD WITH NO SHOULDERS. LUCKILY I WAS ABLE TO GET OUT OF THE WAY OF THE OTHER VEHICLES OR I WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO WRITE THIS. THIS IS A REAL SAFETY ISSUE FOR THE RIDER. THIS CHARGING SYSTEM IS THE SAME IN QUITE A FEW SUZUKI MOTORCYCLES. I BELIEVE IT IS USED IN ALL THE 1000 CC V-TWIN ENGINES FOR QUITE A FEW YEARS. THE INTERNET IS FULL OF THESE ISSUES. I HAVE SAVED THE ROTOR IN THE EVENT THAT YOU WANT IT FOR FURTHER ANALYSIS. AS YOU CAN SEE IT DOES NOT TAKE MANY MILES FOR IT TO FAIL. THIS VEHICLE IS IN EXCELLENT CONDITION AND HAS BEEN VERY WELL MAINTAINED. THE ROTOR AND STATOR ARE INSIDE THE ENGINE, THERE IS NO CHANCE OF INADVERTENT DAMAGE CAUSING THIS. *TR

NHTSA ID
10564547
Incident
Nov 29, 2013
Mileage
11,400 mi
ElectricalPowertrain (other)
Filed Oct 8, 2013

THE MAGNETS ON THE FLYWHEEL CAME OFF AND SHATTERED CAUSING THE MOTORCYCLE TO DIE. *TR

NHTSA ID
10547319
Incident
Sep 25, 2013
Mileage
40,000 mi

Compare model years

Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model

Suzuki SV1000S by model year
YearComplaintsRecallsInvestigationsIssue Index
2007410—
2006320—
2005Viewing320—
2004420—
2003272050.0

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.