1998 Suzuki TL1000RW Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 25, 1999 · 1 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other TL1000RW years
Not enough data
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 1998 Suzuki TL1000RW. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (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 1998 Suzuki TL1000RW problems

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

Engine and Engine Cooling1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Engine and Engine Cooling1100%———

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

1998 Suzuki TL1000RW recalls (1)

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Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsNov 9, 1998 · NHTSA campaign 98V287000 · 6,087 vehicles

Problem: Vehicle description: motorcycles. The hose connecting the fuel pump to the fuel filer can come off causing a lcak of fuel pressure ot the fuel injection system. This can prevent the motorcycle from starting or can cause the engine to stall.

Risk: Engine stalling while riding could disturb the driver's ability to control the motorcycle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the original rubber fuel hose with a combination metal and rubber fuel pipe set which will eliminate the possibility of a fuel hose disconnecting from the fuel pump.

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 already brought the bike into the dealer 3 times already. They have replaced a few gaskets but the bike still leaks oil. Since then my factory warranty has expired and they are charging me to look at it now. The last time i had them look at the bike i was charged $50.00. And they said they…

Engine and Engine Cooling · received Jul 25, 1999 · NHTSA complaint 709142

Other Suzuki TL1000RW years

YearComplaintsRecalls
199811

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1998 Suzuki TL1000RW?

Owners most often report engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 1 complaint.

Was there a recall on the 1998 Suzuki TL1000RW?

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

Was the 1998 Suzuki TL1000RW a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other TL1000RW model years, the 1998 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.