Suzuki TL1000S Problems by Year
NHTSA has 15 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Suzuki TL1000S, across 3 model years (1997–2000). The 1997 model year has the most complaints (11). The most reported problem area overall is structure.
Suzuki TL1000S years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No TL1000S model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 1997 TL1000S: 11 complaints, 0 recalls
- 1999 TL1000S: 3 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2000 TL1000S: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
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 TL1000S problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Structure | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Suspension | 5 | 2 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Power Train | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Suzuki TL1000S model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 TL1000S | 1 | 0 | — | Power Train | |
| 1999 TL1000S | 3 | 0 | — | Suspension | |
| 1997 TL1000S | 11 | 0 | — | Structure |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Suzuki TL1000S years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 1997 (11), 1999 (3), 2000 (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 TL1000S?
Structure, with 5 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Suzuki TL1000S have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.