2008 Suzuki GSX-R1000 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other GSX-R1000 years
- Not enough data 2nd of 17 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Suzuki GSX-R1000. That ranks 2nd out of 17 GSX-R1000 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is service brakes (4 complaints, 57%), typically at around 7,560 miles. Complaints mention 4 crashes, 3 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 7owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 4complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Suzuki GSX-R1000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes | 4 | 57% | 7,560 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 14% | 67 | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 14% | 375 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 14% | 1,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Suzuki GSX-R1000 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes
Problem: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2013 GSX-R600 and GSX-R750, and model year 2005-2013 GSX-R1000 motorcycles. In combination with older brake fluid, corrosion of the brake piston inside of the front brake master cylinder generates gas that may result in a reduction of fluid pressure transmission to the front brake.
Risk: As a result, front braking power may be reduced increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2013. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-572-1490. Suzuki's campaign numbers for this recall are: 2A (31, 32, 33, 34, 35, and 36).
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 own a 2008 suzuki gsxr 1000, which is included in the safety recall for the front brake master cylinder. My motorcycle is experiencing the condition to the point where it is not safe to ride. It has been made clear to me that suzuki will not cover the expense to have my vehicle brought to the…
2008 suzuki gsx-r1000. Consumer writes in regards to braking system defect recall. *smd the consumer stated a year prior to receiving the recall notice, her husband was killed on his motorcycle. The consumer visited the shop that was sold the bike she was informed the brakes were the cause of her…
Suzuki dealership performed 2a34 front brake master cylinder recall on my motorcycle. Picked up motorcycle from dealership and got onto freeway to go home. Within 2 miles, the bike started to loose power and then, the front brakes locked up and i was thrown from motorcycle and rolled down the…
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 suzuki gsx1000r motorcycle. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph, the front brakes seized which caused him to be ejected from the seat and over the handle bars. The contact sustained trauma to the head. A police report was filed. The vehicle was…
2008 suzuki 1000 gsxr. Consumer states accident was caused due to a loosened handle bar grip that slid down the frame. *tgw the consumer was informed by an expert that the handle bars were not installed correctly and they slipped down the frame. The consumer stated even though the police came on…
Other Suzuki GSX-R1000 years
← 2007 GSX-R1000 · 2009 GSX-R1000 →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 GSX-R1000 | 2 | 0 |
| 2018 GSX-R1000 | 1 | 2 |
| 2017 GSX-R1000 | 4 | 2 |
| 2015 GSX-R1000 | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 GSX-R1000 | 1 | 1 |
| 2013 GSX-R1000 | 1 | 2 |
| 2012 GSX-R1000 | 0 | 2 |
| 2011 GSX-R1000 | 0 | 3 |
| 2010 GSX-R1000 | 0 | 3 |
| 2009 GSX-R1000 | 1 | 3 |
| 2008 | 7 | 1 |
| 2007 GSX-R1000 | 24 | 2 |
| 2006 GSX-R1000 | 6 | 2 |
| 2005 GSX-R1000 | 5 | 2 |
| 2004 GSX-R1000 | 2 | 0 |
| 2003 GSX-R1000 | 2 | 0 |
| 2001 GSX-R1000 | 5 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Suzuki GSX-R1000?
Owners most often report service brakes, power train, steering problems. The top one, service brakes, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Suzuki GSX-R1000?
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-R1000 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GSX-R1000 model years, the 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.