2024 Suzuki DL800 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 17, 2026 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other DL800 years
Not enough data 1st of 3 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Suzuki DL800. That is the most of any DL800 model year in the database (3 years). The most reported problem area is exterior lighting (3 complaints, 60%), typically at around 6,150 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2024 Suzuki DL800 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Exterior Lighting3 · ~6,150 mi
Tires1 · ~1,700 mi
Unknown or Other1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Exterior Lighting360%6,150——
Tires120%1,700——
Unknown or Other120%———

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2025, with 3 complaints
2024: 1202412025: 3202532026: 120261

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2024 Suzuki DL800 recalls (1)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

TiresDo not driveJul 17, 2024 · NHTSA campaign 24V535000 · 1,688 vehicles

Problem: Suzuki Motor USA, LLC (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2023-2024 DL800DE motorcycles. The rear tire may crack or deform, resulting in tire tread separation.

Risk: Tread separation may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will replace the rear tire, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 20, 2024. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714- 572-1490. Suzuki's number for this recall is 3A03.

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.

On a 300-mile trip, I hit a road dip in a corner, and the bottom crash bar impacted the ground due to clearance issues. Because the crash bars make ground contact before the footpegs, they pose a critical safety hazard and cannot be safely used. As I have removed them for my personal safety. When a…

Unknown or Other · received Sep 17, 2026 · NHTSA complaint 11765038

The factory headlights are not capable of safely illuminating the roadway while operating the motorcycle at night.

Exterior Lighting · received Sep 22, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11689058

Headlight does not provide adequate illumination at night, making riding extremely dangerous.

Exterior Lighting · received Sep 6, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11685438

The contact owns a 2024 Suzuki V-Strom 800DE equipped with Dunlop tires, Tire Line: Trailmax Mixtour, Tire Size: 90/90/21(front) and 150/70/R17(rear), DOT: Rear tire ([redacted]), DOT: Front tire (N/A). The contact stated that while making a turn at 45 MPH, the motorcycle began to violently shake…

Tires · received Apr 28, 2025 · NHTSA complaint 11657162

The contact owns a 2024 Suzuki V-Strom 800 Motorcycle. The contact stated that while driving at night, the headlight failed to provide adequate illumination, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. The motorcycle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or local dealer. The…

Exterior Lighting · received Jul 25, 2024 · NHTSA complaint 11604533

Other Suzuki DL800 years

← 2023 DL800 · 2026 DL800 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2026 DL80010
202451
2023 DL80001

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Suzuki DL800?

Owners most often report exterior lighting, tires, unknown or other problems. The top one, exterior lighting, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2024 Suzuki DL800?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2024 Suzuki DL800 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other DL800 model years, the 2024 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.