2000 Suzuki SV650 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other SV650 years
- Not enough data 1st of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2000 Suzuki SV650. That is the most of any SV650 model year in the database (9 years). The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (1 complaints, 33%), typically at around 4,600 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2000 Suzuki SV650 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 33% | 4,600 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 33% | 7,300 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 33% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2000 Suzuki SV650 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Engine and engine cooling:engine
Problem: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. The motorcycle crankcase design allows the creation of air pockets near the oil pump inlet due to sloshing of the oil in the crankcase. If the oil pump draws air, inadequate lubrication to the engine occurs, causing severe engine damage and resulting in engine failure.
Risk: Sudden engine failure while riding could cause rear wheel lockup, allowing the driver to lose control of the motorcycle.
Fix: Dealers will install an oil plate to prevent the creation of air pockets in the area of the oil pump inlet.
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.
Frame at weld near front fork has crack, i am afraid to ride it due to the defect and if it lets go at the weld. Several motorcycle shops have looked at the crack and all state they believe it is a manufacturer defect, and have not seen welds crack like this. I also spoke to a suzuki factory…
Nhtsa recall number 00v009/suzuki recall number 2041 manufacturer claims recall work was performed but could not verify after inspecting vehicle and has not contacted consumer. Engine has failed due to this defect after only 4600 miles. Engine will have to be re-built, but manufacturer declined to…
Suspension is "limp" meaning it tops and bottoms. There is no rebound dampening in suspension system of this motorcycle. Dealership has been willing to assist consumer. However, manufacturer would not assist financially for this design problem. *ak consumer states the front and rear shocksare…
Other Suzuki SV650 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 SV650 | 2 | 0 |
| 2008 SV650 | 2 | 0 |
| 2006 SV650 | 0 | 1 |
| 2005 SV650 | 1 | 1 |
| 2004 SV650 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 SV650 | 0 | 1 |
| 2002 SV650 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 SV650 | 3 | 0 |
| 2000 | 3 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Suzuki SV650?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, structure, suspension problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2000 Suzuki SV650?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2000 Suzuki SV650 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other SV650 model years, the 2000 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.