1999 Suzuki GSXR750 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 13, 2003 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other GSXR750 years
Not enough data 6th of 17 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 1999 Suzuki GSXR750. That ranks 6th out of 17 GSXR750 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 33%). There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Suzuki GSXR750
Yellow/Black 2006 GSX-R 750. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: uploader was User:Maoisn at en.wikipedia, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

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

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Most common 1999 Suzuki GSXR750 problems

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

Engine and Engine Cooling1
Fuel System, Gasoline1
Suspension1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling133%———
Fuel System, Gasoline133%———
Suspension133%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 1999, with 1 complaints
1999: 1199912000: 1200012002: 120021

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

1999 Suzuki GSXR750 recalls (1)

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Engine and engine cooling:engine:gasolineMay 20, 1999 · NHTSA campaign 99V132000 · 7,828 vehicles

Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. The cam chain tension adjuster does not provide consistent tension to the cam chain in the engine causing abnormal engine sounds.

Risk: This could lead to cam chain breakage or over severe engine damage. It could also cause sudden engine failure.

Fix: Dealers will replace the original cam chain tension adjuster and upper cam chain guide no. 2 with a revised cam chain tension adjuster and upper cam chain guide no. 2. The dealer will inspect and may replace other engine components which may have been damaged because of cam chain tension adjuster failure.

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.

NHTSA defect investigations

  • Cam chain tensioner (cct) (PE03033) — opened Jul 23, 2003, closed Nov 13, 2003.

Recent owner reports

Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.

Consumer received a recall notice regarding the cam chain tensioner. Consumer took vehicle to the dealer inquiring about the recall and was informed that it may have a defective cam chain tensioner and if it fails it could cause extensive engine damage. Cosnumer had to park the vehicle until parts…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Aug 9, 2002 · NHTSA complaint 567380

Had the vehicle parked for a couple of days and noticed a fuel leak. Contacted local mechanic who inspected and diagnosed vehicle. Contacted dealer who refused to sell the part. *ak

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Feb 9, 2000 · NHTSA complaint 856644

Motorcycle lacks a stabilizer which caused tank slap or front wheel slider/ front end to lose weight during hard acceleration. Dealer has been contacted. *ak

Suspension · received Sep 7, 1999 · NHTSA complaint 847033

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Suzuki GSXR750?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline, suspension problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 1999 Suzuki GSXR750?

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

Was the 1999 Suzuki GSXR750 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GSXR750 model years, the 1999 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.