2008 Suzuki VZR1800 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Aug 31, 2021 · 10 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other VZR1800 years
Far more complaints than other years 3rd of 7 for complaints
Safety recalls
None on file
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

Owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA about the 2008 Suzuki VZR1800. That ranks 3rd out of 7 VZR1800 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (9 complaints, 90%), typically at around 9,240 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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Most common 2008 Suzuki VZR1800 problems

Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.

Power Train9 · ~9,240 mi
Engine1
Unknown or Other1 · ~9,000 mi
Problem areaComplaintsShareMedian milesOwners mention mostTypical repair cost
Power Train990%9,240——
Engine110%———
Unknown or Other110%9,000——

One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.

Complaints by year received

Peak: 2011, with 4 complaints
2009: 1200912010: 1201012011: 4201142015: 1201512016: 2201622021: 120211

n = 10 complaints · Source: NHTSA

2008 Suzuki VZR1800 recalls (0)

No safety recalls are on file for the 2008 Suzuki VZR1800.

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.

I recently purchased a 2008 M109 and had no issues for the first 24 hours. However the next day at a stoplight experienced my first engine shudder from stopped to 1st gear that resulted in tire spin on rear tire and then stall. I have read this is a known issue with the clutch hub but Suzuki will…

Engine · received Aug 31, 2021 · NHTSA complaint 11431148

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 suzuki vzr1800. While driving 20 mph and shifting from first to second gear, the gear independently shifted out of second gear into neutral. The failure recurred each time the vehicle was driven. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of…

Power Train · received Sep 22, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10908695

There is a violent shudder when taking off in first gear which is very dangerous on a motorcycle when pulling out into traffic. Talking to other owners and mechanic...it seems to be a problem with the clutch and springs and apparently a problem with several of these bikes.

Unknown or Other · received Jan 23, 2016 · NHTSA complaint 10821865

When riding my motorcycle it jumps out of 2nd gear at 2000-3000 rpm,s. I contacted the suzuki corporation. I asked if they had a recall on this problem and they stated no. I was told to take my bike to the dealer and let them diagnose the problem and i would have to pay for the repairs. My bike is…

Power Train · received Feb 5, 2015 · NHTSA complaint 10681415

2nd gear failed, shift fork bent, 3rd gear dogs show wear cost $3,322.33 to repair

Power Train · received Nov 16, 2011 · NHTSA complaint 10436989

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2008 Suzuki VZR1800?

Owners most often report power train, engine, unknown or other problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 9 complaints.

Was there a recall on the 2008 Suzuki VZR1800?

No safety recalls are on file for this model year.

Was the 2008 Suzuki VZR1800 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other VZR1800 model years, the 2008 has far more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.