2003 Suzuki SV1000S Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other SV1000S years
- Far more complaints than other years 1st of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Suzuki SV1000S. That is the most of any SV1000S model year in the database (5 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (19 complaints, 70%), typically at around 10,900 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 3 injuries. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 27owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 Suzuki SV1000S 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 | 19 | 70% | 10,900 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 6 | 22% | 17,236 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 4% | 17,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 4% | 47,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 4% | 22,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 4% | 47,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2003 Suzuki SV1000S recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Problem: On certain california-specification model motorcycles, repeated stress from vibration can cause a crack to form in the area where the liquid/vapor separator bracket is welded inside the fuel tank. This can allow fuel leakage to occur.
Risk: Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source can result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank free of charge. The recall began on february 3, 2006. Customers may contact american suzuki at 714-572-1490.
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.
Motorcycle would not charge battery and completely died because of it one day. Opened up magneto cover and found the rotor magnets had disintegrated. Ruined the rotor and magneto and only had 17,000 miles on it. Cleaning up bits of magnet all around the crank and inside the engine.
In mid ride i was approaching a low speed corner at the end of a high speed straight away. I tried to pull my clutch handle in to begin to brake and downshift and the clutch handle had no resistance at all. Complete failure of the hydraulic clutch system. Unable to take the drive pressure off the…
My suzuki sv1000s has an electrical problem. I first noticed this problem when i attempted to start the motorcycle in my garage in may of 2011. I turned the switch and nothing came on. I checked the battery and there was no problem with it. Mysteriously, the electrical system started working…
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 suzuki sv1000s motorcycle. The contact stated that fuel was leaking onto the motor and overflowing into the charcoal canister. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where it was diagnosed that there was a crack on the liquid separator bracket inside the fuel tank…
Total loss of electrical power due to a faulty connection between the ignition switch to the main ignition relay. This results in loss of lights, instruments, and ignition power. The engine stalls and can easily cause an accident and injuries. *tr
Other Suzuki SV1000S years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2007 SV1000S | 4 | 0 |
| 2006 SV1000S | 3 | 1 |
| 2005 SV1000S | 3 | 1 |
| 2004 SV1000S | 4 | 1 |
| 2003 | 27 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Suzuki SV1000S?
Owners most often report electrical system, fuel system, gasoline, engine problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 19 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Suzuki SV1000S?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2003 Suzuki SV1000S a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other SV1000S model years, the 2003 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.