2012 Suzuki DL1000 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other DL1000 years
- Not enough data 2nd of 12 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Suzuki DL1000. That ranks 2nd out of 12 DL1000 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (2 complaints, 50%), typically at around 1,137 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 4owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 Suzuki DL1000 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 50% | 1,137 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 25% | 3,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 25% | 1,772 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 25% | 1,235 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 25% | 1,038 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2012 Suzuki DL1000 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system
Problem: 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 with the circuit board for the regulator/rectifier power module, the motorcycle may not sufficiently charge the battery and the motorcycle may stall.
Risk: If the engine stalls while riding, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 (na) suzuki dl 1000al4 (na). The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the speedometer displayed an incorrect reading. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure recurred on numerous occasions. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The…
Vehicle has been in the shop multiple times. From 9/4/14 thru 9/13/14 then again from 9/19/14 thru 10/2/14. Vehicle is hard to start when it sits in the sun. The vehicle will crank and crank and will not stay running unless you raise the rpm's to around 2000 for a few minutes. At times it will take…
Vehicle has issues starting when it sits in the sun. Engine will crank and crank strongly but will not start easily. Vehicle will eventually start after 3 to 4 tries, but exhaust will smell like gas. The throttle needs to be held open to keep running and to get vehicle started. Vehicle is rough…
Tl* the contact owns a 2012 suzuki dl1000 motorcycle. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The failure occurred three times over a period of ten months. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The vehicle was taken to an dealer. The mechanic…
Other Suzuki DL1000 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 DL1000 | 0 | 1 |
| 2015 DL1000 | 0 | 3 |
| 2014 DL1000 | 8 | 3 |
| 2012 | 4 | 1 |
| 2011 DL1000 | 0 | 1 |
| 2010 DL1000 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 DL1000 | 2 | 2 |
| 2008 DL1000 | 0 | 2 |
| 2007 DL1000 | 4 | 0 |
| 2006 DL1000 | 1 | 0 |
| 2004 DL1000 | 1 | 0 |
| 2002 DL1000 | 3 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Suzuki DL1000?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, electrical system, engine problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Suzuki DL1000?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 Suzuki DL1000 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other DL1000 model years, the 2012 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.