Suzuki DL800 Problems by Year

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 17, 2026 · 6 owner complaints analyzed

NHTSA has 6 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Suzuki DL800, across 3 model years (2023–2026). The 2024 model year has the most complaints (5). The most reported problem area overall is exterior lighting.

Peak: 2024, with 5 complaints
2023: 0202302024: 5202452026: 120261

n = 6 complaints · Source: NHTSA

Suzuki DL800 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows

No DL800 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.

Model years with the most complaints

  1. 2024 DL800: 5 complaints, 1 recall
  2. 2026 DL800: 1 complaint, 0 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 DL800 problems (all years)

Problem areaComplaintsModel yearsCrashes
Exterior Lighting310
Steering110
Tires110

All Suzuki DL800 model years

Model yearComplaintsRecallsCrash ratingTop problemCompared with other years
2026 DL80010—Steering
2024 DL80051—Exterior Lighting
2023 DL80001——

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Frequently asked questions

Which Suzuki DL800 years should you stay away from?

No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2024 (5), 2026 (1). 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 DL800?

Exterior Lighting, with 3 complaints across 1 model year.

How many recalls does the Suzuki DL800 have?

1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.