2004 Suzuki SV1000S Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 23, 2015 · 4 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other SV1000S years
Not enough data 2nd of 5 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Suzuki SV1000S. That ranks 2nd out of 5 SV1000S model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (4 complaints, 100%), typically at around 26,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.

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

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Most common 2004 Suzuki SV1000S problems

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

Electrical System4 · ~26,000 mi
Engine3 · ~38,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System4100%26,000——
Engine375%38,000——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2014, with 3 complaints
2014: 3201432015: 120151

n = 4 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2004 Suzuki SV1000S recalls (1)

Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.

Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assemblyJan 18, 2006 · NHTSA campaign 06V013000 · 4,841 vehicles

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.

Magnets glued into magneto failed, causing charging system to fail. This is a constant problem with this and similar models

Electrical System · received Aug 23, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10758619

Motorcycle started to vibrate more at handle bars and became uncomfortable to ride. Electrical output from the magneto was also starting to drop in dc output. Self investigation into issue revealed that the internal magneto rotor that normally has 6 magnets epoxied to it, now only had 1 epoxied in…

Engine · received May 29, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10594978

This is a second failure. Motorcycle started to vibrate more at handle bars and became uncomfortable to ride. Electrical output from the magneto was also starting to drop in dc output. Self investigation into issue revealed that the internal magneto rotor that normally has 6 magnets epoxied to it…

Engine · received May 29, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10594981

Motorcycle started to vibrate more at handle bars and became uncomfortable to ride. Electrical output from the magneto was also starting to drop in dc output. Self investigation into issue revealed that the internal magneto rotor that normally has 6 magnets epoxied to it, now only had 4 epoxied in…

Engine · received May 29, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10594982

Other Suzuki SV1000S years

← 2003 SV1000S · 2005 SV1000S →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2007 SV1000S40
2006 SV1000S31
2005 SV1000S31
200441
2003 SV1000S271

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Suzuki SV1000S?

Owners most often report electrical system, engine problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 4 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2004 Suzuki SV1000S?

Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 2004 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 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.