2004 Suzuki SV650S Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other SV650S years
- Not enough data 1st of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Suzuki SV650S. That is the most of any SV650S model year in the database (4 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 100%), typically at around 24,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 Suzuki SV650S 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 | 2 | 100% | 24,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2004 Suzuki SV650S 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.
I have a 2004 sv650s i have found that when riding in the rain there becomes water becomes taped in the front cylinders spark plug boot area and causes the engine to run on one cylinder. I see the safety problem because it can surge a lot of power when the cylinder is intermittently firing. If the…
The vehicle in question is a 2004 suzuki sv650s motorcycle, with approximately 21,000 miles on the odometer. The problem is a wiring connection from the ignition switch to the main wiring harness. The plug-in style connector had one of its pins short out and melt the surrounding plastic, causing a…
Other Suzuki SV650S years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 SV650S | 1 | 1 |
| 2005 SV650S | 0 | 1 |
| 2004 | 2 | 1 |
| 2003 SV650S | 0 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Suzuki SV650S?
Owners most often report electrical system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Suzuki SV650S?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2004 Suzuki SV650S a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other SV650S model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.