2002 Suzuki Hayabusa Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Feb 24, 2016 · 8 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Hayabusa years
Not enough data 2nd of 4 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 8 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Suzuki Hayabusa. That ranks 2nd out of 4 Hayabusa model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (3 complaints, 38%), typically at around 53,750 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Suzuki Hayabusa
2008 Suzuki Hayabusa, as shown on 2007 Tokyo motor show Hayabusa. Representative photo; appearance varies by model year. Photo: Yuichiro Katsumoto, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.

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

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Most common 2002 Suzuki Hayabusa problems

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

Electrical System3 · ~53,750 mi
Unknown or Other2 · ~10,500 mi
Equipment1 · ~5,100 mi
Power Train1
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1
Structure1 · ~5,100 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System338%53,750——
Unknown or Other225%10,500——
Equipment113%5,100——
Power Train113%———
Service Brakes, Hydraulic113%———
Structure113%5,100——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2002, with 3 complaints
2002: 3200232003: 2200322004: 2200422016: 120161

n = 8 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2002 Suzuki Hayabusa recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2002 Suzuki Hayabusa.

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.

Tl* the contact owns a 2011 (na) suzuki hayabusa motorcycle. The contact stated that the motorcycle was inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the battery had been overcharged and leaked sulphuric acid. As a result, the battery and rectifier needed…

Electrical System · received Feb 24, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10838037

The bracket holding the tip over sensor broke. Motorcycle became totally disabled and stalled. Consumer had the motorcycle towed to the dealer, and the motorcycle was repaired at consumer's expense. *ak

Structure · received Dec 6, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10103156

While driving under 30 mph my motorcycle's chain snapped. Manufacturer and dealership were contacted. *ak this failure caused significant damage to the under side of the bike totaling $2300. The consumer paid for the repair because the manufacturer refused assistance. *nm

Unknown or Other · received Aug 20, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10080232

There would be a loud noise coming from the ignition when starting up the motorcycle. Dealer notified.*ak

Electrical System · received Aug 14, 2003 · NHTSA complaint 10033941

I have a 2002 hayabusa motorcycle. About a month ago when attempting to start the bike the starter gear would slip and i would hear an abnormally loud clanking sound. Finally, i attempted to start the bike and the starter would not engage, (just spinning up). I had to have the bike towed ($75) to…

Electrical System · received Jun 2, 2003 · NHTSA complaint 10020884

Other Suzuki Hayabusa years

← 2000 Hayabusa · 2023 Hayabusa →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2023 Hayabusa20
200280
2000 Hayabusa140
1999 Hayabusa61

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Suzuki Hayabusa?

Owners most often report electrical system, unknown or other, equipment problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 3 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2002 Suzuki Hayabusa?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2002 Suzuki Hayabusa a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Hayabusa model years, the 2002 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.