1996 Suzuki Suzuki Motorcycle Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jun 8, 2000 · 5 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Suzuki Motorcycle years
Not enough data 6th of 9 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 1996 Suzuki Suzuki Motorcycle. That ranks 6th out of 9 Suzuki Motorcycle model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 20%). Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

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

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Most common 1996 Suzuki Suzuki Motorcycle 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
Power Train1
Structure1
Suspension1
Tires1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling120%———
Fuel System, Gasoline120%———
Power Train120%———
Structure120%———
Suspension120%———
Tires120%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 1996, with 1 complaints
1996: 1199611997: 1199711998: 1199811999: 1199912000: 120001

n = 5 complaints · Source: NHTSA

1996 Suzuki Suzuki Motorcycle recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1996 Suzuki Suzuki Motorcycle.

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.

Had tires replaced with brand new tires. Informed by dealership they would be slick. Was driving towards a corner to turn when motorcycle went from under the driver due to slickness of tires. Contacted dealership & informed consumer that tires were shipped with chemicals sprayed on them which…

Tires · received Jun 8, 2000 · NHTSA complaint 863287

Fuel petcock (valve) started leaking resulting in possible fire hazard. Replaced part at owner's expense, dealer refused to replace. Consumer said model is vs1400

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Jul 27, 1999 · NHTSA complaint 709267

Engine continually stalling and back firing.

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Oct 15, 1998 · NHTSA complaint 542021

While traveling at 45 mph, the rear license plate, light, mud flap, and license plate harness broke the steel mounts. The harness became wedged between the swingarm and the rear tire. The tire locked instantly and bike began to skid out of control until it crashed into a bank.

Structure · received Jul 11, 1997 · NHTSA complaint 540337

Front end vibrates.

Suspension · received Oct 22, 1996 · NHTSA complaint 510421

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1996 Suzuki Suzuki Motorcycle?

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

Was there a recall on the 1996 Suzuki Suzuki Motorcycle?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1996 Suzuki Suzuki Motorcycle a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Suzuki Motorcycle model years, the 1996 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.