Suzuki VS800GL Problems by Year
NHTSA has 2 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file for the Suzuki VS800GL, across 2 model years (2005–2006). The 2006 model year has the most complaints (1). The most reported problem area overall is service brakes, hydraulic.
Suzuki VS800GL years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No VS800GL model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2006 VS800GL: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
- 2005 VS800GL: 1 complaint, 0 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Suzuki VS800GL problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Suzuki VS800GL model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 VS800GL | 1 | 0 | — | Service Brakes, Hydraulic | |
| 2005 VS800GL | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown or Other |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Suzuki VS800GL years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2006 (1), 2005 (1). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Suzuki VS800GL?
Service Brakes, Hydraulic, with 1 complaint across 1 model year.
How many recalls does the Suzuki VS800GL have?
0 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.