2002 Suzuki Suzuki Motorcycle Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Sep 5, 2004 · 24 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other Suzuki Motorcycle years
Far more complaints than other years 1st of 9 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 24 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Suzuki Suzuki Motorcycle. That is the most of any Suzuki Motorcycle model year in the database (9 years). The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (9 complaints, 38%), typically at around 1,708 miles. 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 2002 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 Cooling9 · ~1,708 mi
Power Train9 · ~4,400 mi
Fuel System, Gasoline3 · ~6,500 mi
Exterior Lighting2
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1 · ~2,800 mi
Steering1 · ~8,500 mi
Suspension1 · ~2,800 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling938%1,708——
Power Train938%4,400——
Fuel System, Gasoline313%6,500——
Exterior Lighting28%———
Service Brakes, Hydraulic14%2,800——
Steering14%8,500——
Suspension14%2,800——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2003, with 12 complaints
2002: 4200242003: 122003122004: 820048

n = 24 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2002 Suzuki Suzuki Motorcycle recalls (0)

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

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Recent owner reports

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

I have a 2002 suzuki intruder 1500,motorcycle, i recently smelled gas coming from the bike, i then discovered a crack in the fuel tank itself,i am on a 1500 intruder forum and there are aprox. 20 or so others that have experienced have the same crack in the same place on the tank, this is a major…

Fuel System, Gasoline · received Sep 5, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10090455

1. Whenever i ride my suzuki sv650s in heavy rain i have a problem. 2. Water gets into the front spark plug and the front cylinder misfires or stops firing completely. 3. I have replaced the plug and wire and have attempted to construct a water shield. All of these efforts have failed. Water still…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Jun 11, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10075231

At 4000 miles on my 2002 suzuki dr650se motorcycle, the cylinder base gasket is leaking oil over the engine and rear of the bike including the rear tire. This could cause the bike to crash if sufficient oil is deposited on the rear tire. As the bike is out of its one year warrenty, suzuki will not…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Jun 10, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10075128

I have had my suzuki vl1500 lc for one year and have ridden 3,000 miles. At around 2,800 miles while on a ride through the hills, the transmission popped out of gear 3 times in one day. All incidents occured while in 4th gear accellerating under normal load. Since then, there have been several more…

Power Train · received May 13, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10072570

Front brake pads wore out at 2800 miles. Also, head gaskets leaked oil. *ak problem still exists with the head gasket leaking oil. Rear shocks sticking on motorcycle and was repaired under warranty. *la

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Apr 29, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10065406

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Frequently asked questions

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

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, power train, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 9 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2002 Suzuki Suzuki Motorcycle?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2002 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 2002 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.