2006 Suzuki SV650S Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Apr 27, 2007 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other SV650S years
Not enough data 2nd of 4 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2006 Suzuki SV650S. That ranks 2nd out of 4 SV650S model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 100%). 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 SV650S problems

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

Electrical System1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Electrical System1100%———

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

2006 Suzuki SV650S recalls (1)

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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.

The screw holding on the horn assembly for the 2006 sv650s is not a correct length to hold up to the amount of vibration it is exposed to. My screw fell out after the last maintenance service and swung back up enough to poke a hole through my radiator. The screw assembly itself is tightened into a…

Electrical System · received Apr 27, 2007 · NHTSA complaint 10189080

Other Suzuki SV650S years

← 2005 SV650S

YearComplaintsRecalls
200611
2005 SV650S01
2004 SV650S21
2003 SV650S01

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Suzuki SV650S?

Owners most often report electrical system problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 2006 Suzuki SV650S?

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

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