Suzuki GS500 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 4 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Suzuki GS500, across 6 model years (2002–2009). The 2009 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Suzuki GS500 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No GS500 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2009 GS500: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2005 GS500: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 2004 GS500: 1 complaint, 1 recall
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 GS500 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Suzuki GS500 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2009 GS500 | 1 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2007 GS500 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2006 GS500 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2005 GS500 | 1 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2004 GS500 | 1 | 1 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2002 GS500 | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Speed Control |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Suzuki GS500 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2009 (1), 2005 (1), 2004 (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 GS500?
Electrical System, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Suzuki GS500 have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.