1997 Suzuki TL1000S Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Nov 4, 2013 · 11 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other TL1000S years
Not enough data 1st of 3 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA about the 1997 Suzuki TL1000S. That is the most of any TL1000S model year in the database (3 years). The most reported problem area is structure (4 complaints, 36%). There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Suzuki TL1000S
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Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 1997 Suzuki TL1000S problems

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

Structure4
Engine and Engine Cooling3
Suspension3
Fuel System, Gasoline2
Wheels1
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Structure436%———
Engine and Engine Cooling327%———
Suspension327%———
Fuel System, Gasoline218%———
Wheels19%———

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

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2001, with 5 complaints
1999: 1199912000: 1200012001: 5200152002: 2200222004: 1200412013: 120131

n = 11 complaints · Source: NHTSA

1997 Suzuki TL1000S recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 1997 Suzuki TL1000S.

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.

This is a common problem with this bike and now it has appeared on mine and no recall as i know of has been issued. It is where the rear suspension connects to the frame, the frame is the problem. *tr

Suspension · received Nov 4, 2013 · NHTSA complaint 10550752

While driving 7 mph consumer went around a corner and the rear end bounced, making it difficult for the consumer to control the motorcycle. Consumer took motorcycle to the dealer for inspection. *ak

Suspension · received Apr 23, 2004 · NHTSA complaint 10071404

The frame that hold the rear suspension and the bolts that hold the frame crack. Please fill in additional information dealer is aware of the problem. Ts

Structure · received Dec 18, 2002 · NHTSA complaint 10001181

Rear part of frame cracked which holds the rear shock dampner in place from collapsing. *ak

Structure · received Aug 16, 2002 · NHTSA complaint 765754

While riding motorcycle it started vibrating. Also frame was cracked. Contacted dealer, and dealer stated its was common factor for that type of motorcycle.*ak

Structure · received Aug 28, 2001 · NHTSA complaint 895288

Other Suzuki TL1000S years

1999 TL1000S →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2000 TL1000S10
1999 TL1000S30
1997110

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1997 Suzuki TL1000S?

Owners most often report structure, engine and engine cooling, suspension problems. The top one, structure, accounts for 4 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 1997 Suzuki TL1000S?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 1997 Suzuki TL1000S a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other TL1000S model years, the 1997 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.