Suzuki VZ1500 Problems by Year
NHTSA has 4 owner complaints and 2 safety recalls on file for the Suzuki VZ1500, across 3 model years (2009–2013). The 2013 model year has the most complaints (2). The most reported problem area overall is electrical system.
Suzuki VZ1500 years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No VZ1500 model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2013 VZ1500: 2 complaints, 0 recalls
- 2009 VZ1500: 2 complaints, 2 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 VZ1500 problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Suzuki VZ1500 model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 VZ1500 | 2 | 0 | — | Electrical System | |
| 2010 VZ1500 | 0 | 2 | — | — | |
| 2009 VZ1500 | 2 | 2 | — | Electrical System |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Suzuki VZ1500 years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2013 (2), 2009 (2). 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 VZ1500?
Electrical System, with 3 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Suzuki VZ1500 have?
2 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.