2005 Suzuki VL1500T Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other VL1500T years
- Not enough data 1st of 2 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Suzuki VL1500T. That is the most of any VL1500T model year in the database (2 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 22,440 miles. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 3owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 Suzuki VL1500T 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 67% | 22,440 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 33% | 10,560 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2005 Suzuki VL1500T 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.
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 contact owns a 2005 Suzuki VL1500T Motorcycle. The contact stated that while riding at an undisclosed speed, a fuel odor was detected. The motorcycle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but provided no assistance…
Stator failed at 70-75mph in interstate traffic with no warning!! Just heard a loud pop! And then no power at all! No power to the bike what so ever. Happened again after replacing stator. 500 miles later! Again no warning, just a loud pop and no power whatsoever. Only this time i was on a back…
I have a 2005 suzuki vl1500t and i have had to have the stator replace on my bike after it only has 13,880 miles. In 2010 while riding my bike it went dead and i had to coast my way to the side of the road during traffic. After replacing my battery the bike worked perfectly. Then a few months later…
Other Suzuki VL1500T years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 VL1500T | 2 | 1 |
| 2005 | 3 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Suzuki VL1500T?
Owners most often report electrical system, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Suzuki VL1500T?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2005 Suzuki VL1500T a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other VL1500T model years, the 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.