2005 Suzuki SV650 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other SV650 years
- Not enough data 5th of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2005 Suzuki SV650. That ranks 5th out of 9 SV650 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 18,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 100% | 18,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2005 Suzuki SV650 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.
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 suzuki m50 blvd motorcycle. The contact received recall notice # 2085 on may 22, 2007. He has been experiencing the failure noted in the recall for one year and four months. The manufacturer stated that he was sent two notices prior to the failure occurring. The contact…
Other Suzuki SV650 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 SV650 | 2 | 0 |
| 2008 SV650 | 2 | 0 |
| 2006 SV650 | 0 | 1 |
| 2005 | 1 | 1 |
| 2004 SV650 | 0 | 1 |
| 2003 SV650 | 0 | 1 |
| 2002 SV650 | 1 | 0 |
| 2001 SV650 | 3 | 0 |
| 2000 SV650 | 3 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Suzuki SV650?
Owners most often report electrical system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Suzuki SV650?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2005 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 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.