2006 Suzuki SV1000S Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated May 29, 2014 · 3 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other SV1000S years
Not enough data 4th of 5 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Suzuki SV1000S. That ranks 4th out of 5 SV1000S model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 653 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 2006 Suzuki SV1000S problems

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

Engine and Engine Cooling2 · ~653 mi
Electrical System1
Engine1
Power Train1 · ~800 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling267%653——
Electrical System133%———
Engine133%———
Power Train133%800——

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2007, with 2 complaints
2007: 2200722014: 120141

n = 3 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2006 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.

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 5 epoxied in…

Engine · received May 29, 2014 · NHTSA complaint 10594984

Loud abnormal knocking sound coming from engine with clutch lever released. Same sound nearly inaudible with clutch lever pulled in. Primary drive nut on crankshaft that secures primary drive gear assembly loosened and partially unthreaded. Nut then makes with contact with the inner right hand…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Jan 25, 2007 · NHTSA complaint 10180670

I put 500 miles on my bike of very easy riding the engine isn't broken in until 600 miles and i pulled up to a stop light and and there was a knocking grinding noise with the clutch out and it went away when i pulled it in. I brought it to the dealer and they found that the primary gear nut had…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Jan 24, 2007 · NHTSA complaint 10180633

Other Suzuki SV1000S years

← 2005 SV1000S · 2007 SV1000S →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2007 SV1000S40
200631
2005 SV1000S31
2004 SV1000S41
2003 SV1000S271

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Suzuki SV1000S?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, electrical system, engine problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 2 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2006 Suzuki SV1000S?

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

Was the 2006 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 2006 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.