2008 Suzuki VL800 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other VL800 years
- Not enough data 4th of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 3 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Suzuki VL800. That ranks 4th out of 8 VL800 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is electrical system (2 complaints, 67%), typically at around 11,000 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 2008 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 2 | 67% | 11,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 33% | 3,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Suzuki VL800 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
Problem: Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 motorcycles manufactured from july 2007 through september 2009, equipped with regulator/rectifier assemblies, suzuki part numbers 32800-41f11, 32800-15h10, 32800-05h11, 32800-41g10, 32800-15h00, 32800-18h00, 32800-05g10, 32800-10g10, 32800-05h20, or 32800-06g01. Some regulator/rectifier assemblies were produced with insufficient adhesion between the power module (circuit board) and the rectifier case that contains a heat sink to dissipate heat. Due to insufficient adhesion, heat generated on the power module circuit board can cause the circuit board to deform, and lift of the case.
Risk: This condition causes excessive heat on the circuit board and uncontrolled electric current output, which can result in insufficient charging current being provided to the motorcycle battery. This can cause discharge of the battery and can lead to engine stalling and/or a no-start condition. Engine stalling while riding can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Suzuki will notify owners and suzuki distributors will replace the regulator/rectifier with an improved part free of charge. The safety recall began on march 2, 2011. 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.
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 suzuki vl800tk8. The contact stated that the vehicle was experiencing the same failure as indicated in a recall for the electrical system. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not included in the…
Tl*the contact owns a 2008 suzuki boulevard m109r vl800 motorcycle. The contact stated that when the fuel tank was low on fuel, the vehicle would stall sporadically. The fuel tank was not empty and the vehicle would often fail to restart unless the fuel tank was full to capacity. The vehicle was…
Suzuki safety recall campaign (rectifier assemblies) i took my motorcycle in to the dealer for this safety recall assuming they would be able to take care of it quickly. The bike has now been in their shop going on three weeks waiting for the recall part to be replaced. Suzuki is being very slow to…
Other Suzuki VL800 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 VL800 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 VL800 | 4 | 1 |
| 2008 | 3 | 1 |
| 2007 VL800 | 2 | 0 |
| 2006 VL800 | 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 2008 Suzuki VL800?
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 2008 Suzuki VL800?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2008 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 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.