Recall
Suzuki Gsx-r1000 — 14V629000
NHTSA ID
14V629000
Make
Suzuki
Model
Gsx-r1000
Years Affected
2011
Recall Date
2014-10-07
Component
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Units Affected
23,073
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
2A40,2A41,2A42,2A43
Summary
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 GSX-R750 and 2009-2014 GSX-R1000 motorcycles. If a gear is missed while upshifting, the strain applied to the drive chain after the next shift may cause the rear axle to move, damaging the left-side drive chain adjuster.
Consequence
If the drive chain adjuster gets damaged, the drive chain may come off, removing power to the rear wheel, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left-side chain adjuster with an improved part. The recall began on October 17, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. Suzuki's numbers for this recall are 2A40, 2A41, 2A42 and 2A43.