Suzuki Katana Problems by Year
NHTSA has 4 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Suzuki Katana, across 5 model years (1998–2006). The 2006 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Suzuki Katana years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Katana model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2006 Katana: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2001 Katana: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2000 Katana: 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 Katana problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Suzuki Katana model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Katana | 1 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2001 Katana | 1 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2000 Katana | 1 | 0 | — | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 1999 Katana | 1 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 1998 Katana | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Suzuki Katana years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2006 (1), 2001 (1), 2000 (1). 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 Katana?
Electrical System, with 2 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Suzuki Katana have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.