2012 Suzuki GSX1300R Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other GSX1300R years
- Not enough data 6th of 12 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2012 Suzuki GSX1300R. That ranks 6th out of 12 GSX1300R model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 2,730 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 Suzuki GSX1300R 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 | 100% | 2,730 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2012 Suzuki GSX1300R recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system
Problem: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 AN400, AN400A, DL1000, GSX1300R, 2008-2009 GSF1250S and GSF1250SA, 2008 GSX1300BK and GSX1300BKA, 2008-2010 GSX650F, GSX-R600, GSX-R750, VLR1800, VLR1800T, and 2009-2010 SFV650 and VZ1500 motorcycles. Due to a problem with the circuit board for the regulator/rectifier power module, the motorcycle may not sufficiently charge the battery and the motorcycle may stall.
Risk: If the engine stalls while riding, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the regulator/rectifier, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 4, 2016. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-444-5077. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A56 to 2A64.
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.
The rectifier/stator does not maintain a charge on the battery. The bike has gone dead while riding in traffic on the highway. After 20 minutes the bike started by rolling down hill. While stationary, a new battery was put in but it would not start the motorcycle and pulls the cold cranking amps…
Other Suzuki GSX1300R years
← 2011 GSX1300R · 2022 GSX1300R →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 GSX1300R | 0 | 2 |
| 2023 GSX1300R | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 GSX1300R | 2 | 1 |
| 2012 | 1 | 1 |
| 2011 GSX1300R | 0 | 1 |
| 2010 GSX1300R | 0 | 2 |
| 2009 GSX1300R | 0 | 2 |
| 2008 GSX1300R | 7 | 2 |
| 2006 GSX1300R | 4 | 0 |
| 2005 GSX1300R | 1 | 0 |
| 2000 GSX1300R | 11 | 1 |
| 1999 GSX1300R | 11 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Suzuki GSX1300R?
Owners most often report electrical system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Suzuki GSX1300R?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 Suzuki GSX1300R a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other GSX1300R model years, the 2012 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.