Suzuki GSX-R600 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 109 owner complaints and 5 safety recalls on file for the Suzuki GSX-R600, across 17 model years (1997–2013). The 2007 model year has the most complaints (44). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Suzuki GSX-R600 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
These model years drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical GSX-R600 year: 2006, 2007. Look at what owners reported before buying one, and check the VIN for open recalls.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2007 GSX-R600: 44 complaints, 1 recall
- 2006 GSX-R600: 38 complaints, 1 recall
- 2008 GSX-R600: 5 complaints, 3 recalls
Model years with the fewest complaints
- 1997 GSX-R600: 1 complaint, 1 recall
- 1998 GSX-R600: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2002 GSX-R600: 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 GSX-R600 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 35 | 5 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 22 | 4 | 2 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 15 | 5 | 2 |
| Fuel System, Other | 9 | 2 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 9 | 4 | 7 |
| Power Train | 7 | 5 | 0 |
| Structure | 7 | 4 | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 3 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Engine | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 1 |
All Suzuki GSX-R600 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 GSX-R600 | 1 | 1 | — | Fuel/propulsion System | |
| 2012 GSX-R600 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2011 GSX-R600 | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2010 GSX-R600 | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2009 GSX-R600 | 1 | 3 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2008 GSX-R600 | 5 | 3 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2007 GSX-R600 | 44 | 1 | — | Electrical System | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2006 GSX-R600 | 38 | 1 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | Far more complaints than other years |
| 2005 GSX-R600 | 5 | 1 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2004 GSX-R600 | 2 | 1 | — | Service Brakes | |
| 2003 GSX-R600 | 3 | 0 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2002 GSX-R600 | 1 | 0 | — | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2001 GSX-R600 | 2 | 0 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 2000 GSX-R600 | 2 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 1999 GSX-R600 | 3 | 1 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1998 GSX-R600 | 1 | 0 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 1997 GSX-R600 | 1 | 1 | — | Steering |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Suzuki GSX-R600 years should you stay away from?
By NHTSA complaints, 2006 (38), 2007 (44) drew at least twice as many complaints as a typical GSX-R600 year. 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 GSX-R600?
Electrical System, with 35 complaints across 5 model years.
How many recalls does the Suzuki GSX-R600 have?
5 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.