Suzuki DL1000 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 23 owner complaints and 5 safety recalls on file for the Suzuki DL1000, across 12 model years (2002–2016). The 2014 model year has the most complaints (8). The most reported problem area overall is engine.
Suzuki DL1000 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No DL1000 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2014 DL1000: 8 complaints, 3 recalls
- 2012 DL1000: 4 complaints, 1 recall
- 2007 DL1000: 4 complaints, 0 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 2004 DL1000: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2006 DL1000: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2009 DL1000: 2 complaints, 2 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Suzuki DL1000 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 8 | 5 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical System | 7 | 5 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Power Train | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Suzuki DL1000 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 DL1000 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2015 DL1000 | 0 | 3 | — | — | |
| 2014 DL1000 | 8 | 3 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2012 DL1000 | 4 | 1 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2011 DL1000 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2010 DL1000 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2009 DL1000 | 2 | 2 | — | Engine | |
| 2008 DL1000 | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2007 DL1000 | 4 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2006 DL1000 | 1 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2004 DL1000 | 1 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 2002 DL1000 | 3 | 0 | — | Structure |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Suzuki DL1000 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2014 (8), 2012 (4), 2007 (4). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Suzuki DL1000?
Engine, with 8 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Suzuki DL1000 have?
5 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.