Suzuki SV650S Problems by Year
NHTSA has 3 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file for the Suzuki SV650S, across 4 model years (2003–2006). The 2004 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Suzuki SV650S years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No SV650S model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2004 SV650S: 2 complaints, 1 recall
- 2006 SV650S: 1 complaint, 1 recall
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Suzuki SV650S problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 | 2 | 0 |
All Suzuki SV650S model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 SV650S | 1 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2005 SV650S | 0 | 1 | — | — | |
| 2004 SV650S | 2 | 1 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2003 SV650S | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Suzuki SV650S years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2004 (2), 2006 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Suzuki SV650S?
Electrical System, with 3 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Suzuki SV650S have?
1 safety recall across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.