2006 Suzuki VL800 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other VL800 years
- Not enough data 2nd of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Suzuki VL800. That ranks 2nd out of 8 VL800 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is fuel system, gasoline (3 complaints, 43%), typically at around 3,200 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 7owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2006 Suzuki VL800 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 | 43% | 3,200 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 2 | 29% | 930 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 14% | 8,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 14% | 588 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2006 Suzuki VL800 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:ignition:switch
Problem: On certain motorcycles, the ignition switch wiring harness may have been improperly routed at the time of production. If the wiring harness is not routed properly, it can rub against the clutch cable/throttle cable.
Risk: Continued rubbing may eventually lead to a short circuit which may cause the engine to stall or the lights to go out. This will increase the chance of a crash resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix: Dealers will re-route the ignition switch wiring harness and replace the lock set including the ignition switch along with the clutch cable/throttle cable free of charge. The recall began on january 6, 2006. Owners may contact suzuki at 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.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 suzuki vl800. The contact smelled a strong odor of fuel. The vehicle was not taken to an authorized dealer. The failure was related to the fuel filler cap. The vehicle has not been repaired for the malfunction. The contact was concerned of the safety risk involved. The…
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 suzuki vl800/c. When the gas tank is full or not and the vehicle is leaning to either side, fuel leaks out of the vehicle. The vehicle was diagnosed by the dealer and they stated that the vehicle was manufactured in that manner. The failure mileage was 3,200. Updated…
Suzuki motorcycle 10-3-2007. On sept. 29, 2007 i contacted brandon with twin county motorsports in rocky mount, nc concerning the rear wheel hub on my 2006 c-50 suzuki motorcycle. It has several cracks in it mostly spiderwebbed with one more outstanding than the others. I was told they would…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006/SUZUKI/VL800. THE MOTORCYCLE HAD STRESS MARKS AND DEEP CRACKS IN THE WHEELS:CAP/COVER/HUB AREA. THE REPRESENTATIVE AT THE DEALER AGREED THAT THEY WERE EXCESSIVE, AND ALSO STATED THAT FUTURE DESIGN CHANGES WERE BEING MADE. THE REPRESENTATIVE SHOWED HER A MOTORCYCLE THAT…
Unintended sudden acceleration - suzuki 2006 c50 motorcycle driving new motorcycle and approaching road closure barrier, rider experienced sudden unintended acceleration and to avoid a head-on collision braked and dropped cycle on left side sliding into and under barrier. *nm
Other Suzuki VL800 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 VL800 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 VL800 | 4 | 1 |
| 2008 VL800 | 3 | 1 |
| 2007 VL800 | 2 | 0 |
| 2006 | 7 | 1 |
| 2005 VL800 | 9 | 1 |
| 2004 VL800 | 3 | 0 |
| 2003 VL800 | 3 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Suzuki VL800?
Owners most often report fuel system, gasoline, electrical system, suspension problems. The top one, fuel system, gasoline, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Suzuki VL800?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2006 Suzuki VL800 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other VL800 model years, the 2006 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.