2004 Suzuki VL1500 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other VL1500 years
- Not enough data 3rd of 11 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Suzuki VL1500. That ranks 3rd out of 11 VL1500 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (3 complaints, 50%), typically at around 13,000 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 6owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 Suzuki VL1500 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 50% | 13,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 17% | 3,500 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 17% | 1 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2004 Suzuki VL1500 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Problem: On certain motorcycles, stress around the right front fuel tank mounting point can cause hairline fatigue cracks to form. This can result in a fuel leak.
Risk: In the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak can result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and install improved cushions that mount and support the fuel tank. Any fuel tanks that are found to have a crack will be replaced. If a tank is found to have a crack and a replacement tank is not available, fuel tank sealant will be applied to the tank as an interim repair. When the replacement tank becomes available, the owner will be contacted and a replacement tank will be installed. The recall began on february 3, 2006. Owners may contact suzuki at 1-714-572-1490.
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Fuel leak (PE05031) — opened Jun 15, 2005, closed Feb 1, 2006, led to recall 06V025000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 suzuki intruder vl 1500 k4 motorcycle. The contact stated that while driving 55-60 mph, the vehicle exhibited a popping noise as it stalled. The motorcycle was towed to the dealer to have a diagnostic performed. The motorcycle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not…
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 suzuki vl1500 intruder motorcycle. The contact received a recall notice regarding the fuel system and took the vehicle to the dealer; however, they did not have the parts to repair the vehicle. The manufacturer sent the contact a replacement part that was good for 30…
My local suzuki dealer has had my bike for over sixty days and has not completed the recall. My motorcycle required a new fuel tank that suzuki does not have. Suzuki's recall notice said to complain to you in this event. *nm
Suzuki has a recall on the intruder 1500 gas tanks. They have my bike now because the tank leaks. They won't give it back and there isn't a timeline when they will have replacement tanks. *nm
Dt: the contact states when the hand accelerator was disengaged the handle bar moved from left to right. The motorcycle was seen by the dealer three times. The front tire were balanced again, and the torque on the steering was readjusted. However, the problem recurred, and no further corrections…
Other Suzuki VL1500 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 VL1500 | 5 | 0 |
| 2007 VL1500 | 9 | 0 |
| 2006 VL1500 | 0 | 1 |
| 2005 VL1500 | 13 | 1 |
| 2004 | 6 | 1 |
| 2003 VL1500 | 1 | 1 |
| 2002 VL1500 | 1 | 1 |
| 2001 VL1500 | 3 | 1 |
| 2000 VL1500 | 1 | 1 |
| 1999 VL1500 | 1 | 1 |
| 1998 VL1500 | 2 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Suzuki VL1500?
Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, engine, structure problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Suzuki VL1500?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2004 Suzuki VL1500 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other VL1500 model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.