2008 Suzuki VLR1800 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other VLR1800 years
- Not enough data 1st of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Suzuki VLR1800. That is the most of any VLR1800 model year in the database (3 years). The most reported problem area is electrical system (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 6,000 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2008 Suzuki VLR1800 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 | 1 | 50% | 6,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 50% | 2,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2008 Suzuki VLR1800 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system
Problem: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 AN400, AN400A, DL1000, GSX1300R, 2008-2009 GSF1250S and GSF1250SA, 2008 GSX1300BK and GSX1300BKA, 2008-2010 GSX650F, GSX-R600, GSX-R750, VLR1800, VLR1800T, and 2009-2010 SFV650 and VZ1500 motorcycles. Due to a problem with the circuit board for the regulator/rectifier power module, the motorcycle may not sufficiently charge the battery and the motorcycle may stall.
Risk: If the engine stalls while riding, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the regulator/rectifier, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 4, 2016. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-444-5077. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A56 to 2A64.
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 vlr1800 motorcycle. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number 11v108000 (electrical system) and stated that the part had been previously…
[xxx] 6/04/2010 dear: nhtsa my brother, nephew and myself all bought new 2008 suzuki boulevard c109rt motorcycles recently. We have all experienced a problem with gas coming out from under the gas cap. When it first happened to me i was driving down the road and all of a sudden i got some liquid in…
Other Suzuki VLR1800 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 VLR1800 | 0 | 1 |
| 2009 VLR1800 | 1 | 2 |
| 2008 | 2 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Suzuki VLR1800?
Owners most often report electrical system, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, electrical system, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2008 Suzuki VLR1800?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2008 Suzuki VLR1800 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other VLR1800 model years, the 2008 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.