2008 Suzuki GSX-1300RK8 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other GSX-1300RK8 years
- Not enough data
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Suzuki GSX-1300RK8. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 33%), typically at around 6,800 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Suzuki GSX-1300RK8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 33% | 6,800 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 33% | 4 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Suzuki GSX-1300RK8 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:ignition:switch
Problem: American suzuki is recalling 9,109 my 2008 gsx1300r motorcycles. Improper routing of the ignition switch wiring harness can cause a bent portion of the wiring harness to flex rather than slide when the handlebar is moved from right to left or left to right. Repeated side-to-side movement of the handlebar, and flexing of the bent portion wiring harness, can eventually cause the ignition switch lead wires to become cut or broken.
Risk: This can result in intermittent or complete loss of electrical power, which can result in loss of lighting and/or stalling of the engine, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the ignition switch lead wire routing. If the lead wire harness is incorrectly routed, dealers will replace the lower portion ignition switch (which contains the ignition switch lead wires) and make sure that the wiring harness is properly routed. The recall began on june 10, 2008. Owners may contact american suzuki at 1-800-255-2550.
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.
I JUST CALL SUZUKI [redacted] TO RECEIVE SERVICE ON A RECALL FOR MY MOTORCYCLE THEY DENY TO GAVE ME THE SERVICE BECAUSE THEY CANT FIND THE VIN NUMBER. THIS MOTORCYCLE HAS A 2 RECALL ONE FOR THE VOLTAGE REGULATOR THAT MAY CAUSE AN EXPLOSION AND THE OTHER ONE FOR IGNITION KEY. *TR
Suzuki boulevard m109r year 2008. The motorcycle would violently shake when leaving from a complete stop. Though it is not very consistent. It only happens once in a while. It happened again at 7/11/08 when my girlfriend was riding with me, and i fear for her safety as the motorcycle is not very…
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 suzuki gsx-1300rk8. The contact stated that the kickstand was defective and would not support the vehicle. He stopped riding the vehicle. The dealer and manufacturer stated that there was no failure with the kickstand and advised the contact to place the vehicle in first…
Other Suzuki GSX-1300RK8 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 3 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Suzuki GSX-1300RK8?
Owners most often report electrical system, power train, structure problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Suzuki GSX-1300RK8?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2008 Suzuki GSX-1300RK8 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GSX-1300RK8 model years, the 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.