2014 Suzuki DL1000 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other DL1000 years
- Not enough data 1st of 12 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Suzuki DL1000. That is the most of any DL1000 model year in the database (12 years). The most reported problem area is fuel/propulsion system (4 complaints, 50%), typically at around 1,300 miles. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 8owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2014 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 | 4 | 50% | 1,300 | — | — |
| Engine | 3 | 38% | 600 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 25% | 1,550 | — | — |
| Power Train | 2 | 25% | 1 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 2 | 25% | 1,600 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 13% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 13% | 1 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2014 Suzuki DL1000 recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:wiring
Problem: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2014 Suzuki DL 1000 motorcycles manufactured January 17, 2014, to June 5, 2014, 2015 Suzuki DL1000 motorcycles manufactured November 4, 2014, to February 6, 2015 and 2016 Suzuki DL1000 motorcycles manufactured June 11, 2015, to July 15, 2015. The affected motorcycles have a wiring harness that may rub against the bottom of the fuel tank. Vibration from riding may cause the wiring insulation to wear off, allowing a bare wire to short circuit against the fuel tank.
Risk: A short circuit may cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the motorcycles and reroute the wiring harnesses as necessary. Any damaged harnesses will be repaired or replaced. This work will be performed free of charge. The recall began on January 29, 2016. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service number at 1-714-572-1490. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A53.
Electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery:cables
Problem: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2014 Suzuki DL1000 motorcycles manufactured January 17, 2014 to June 5, 2014, and 2015 Suzuki DL1000 motorcycles manufactured November 5, 2014, to February 6, 2015. Due to corrosion or being attached to the painted engine case, the battery ground connection may have poor electrical conductivity.
Risk: As a result of the poor conductivity, the engine may stall and be unable to be restarted, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the battery ground connection to an unpainted surface and replace the ground wire protector with a high-heat resistance tube, free of charge. The recall began on January 29, 2016. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service number at 1-714-996-7040. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A53.
Electrical system:ignition
Problem: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2014 DL1000 motorcycles manufactured January 17, 2014, to June 5, 2014, and 2015 DL1000 motorcycles manufactured November 5, 2014, to February 6, 2015. The ignition switch terminals of the affected vehicles may corrode if they come into contact with liquid such as salt water. As a result, the motorcycle's electrical power may be disconnected or the switch may be bypassed, preventing the engine from being shut off with the ignition key.
Risk: If electrical power is lost, the engine would stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will install a cover for the ignition switch connector, and any corroded ignition lead wire and wire harnesses will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began January 19, 2016. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-996-7040. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A53.
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Motorcycle Stalling (PE17001) — opened Mar 7, 2017, closed Nov 13, 2017.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
2014 suzuki dl1000. Consumer writes in regards to motorcycle ecu unit which includes fueling issues that causes low rpm throttle controls/ response and stalling vibrations and noises. *m *js
The motorcycle will stall at odd intervals. It will also backfire thru the airbox. At low speed, it is difficult to control the throttle. It is especially bad when the engine hasn't warmed up fully and its cold outside. I have come very close to dropping the bike when it stalls unexpectedly. It has…
Engine would cut off randomly, approximately once every 300 or 400 miles of riding. Always would start right back up. Only happened to me while not moving, but probably wouldn't notice problem if moving, unless under low power or slipping the clutch, ie, low speed maneuvering. Sometimes cold…
Vehicle is a nos 2014 leftover purchased in november 2016. Vehicle now has 2,500 miles on it and has intermittently stalled upon takeoff in 1st gear at least 7 times. Each time the motorcycle engine is warm. Upon engaging 1st gear from a stop, when the clutch is released and throttle applied, the…
Ever since this vehicle was purchased and then after the first oil change the motor developed a knock. The fueling is erratic at times meaning it hiccups or surges and has stalled while in motion. I brought this up to the dealer and to suzuki in november of 2015. I also found on a suzuki forum…
Other Suzuki DL1000 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 DL1000 | 0 | 1 |
| 2015 DL1000 | 0 | 3 |
| 2014 | 8 | 3 |
| 2012 DL1000 | 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 2014 Suzuki DL1000?
Owners most often report fuel/propulsion system, engine, electrical system problems. The top one, fuel/propulsion system, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2014 Suzuki DL1000?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2014 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 2014 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.