Recall 13V312 affects 2,561 2013 Suzuki Hayabusa GSX1300RA motorcycles for ABS malfunction and wheel lockup. Repair is free at any franchised Suzuki dealer.
Suzuki is recalling 2,561 2013 Hayabusa GSX1300RA motorcycles because a manufacturing error can make the Anti-Lock Brake System malfunction and lose anti-lock braking functionality. That loss can allow wheel lock up and skidding, increasing crash risk; the Suzuki dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The anti-lock brake system on the 2013 Suzuki Hayabusa GSX1300RA is the brake-control system that helps manage wheel lock during hard braking. It reads wheel-speed information and adjusts brake pressure when a tire starts to skid. On a motorcycle, that function helps the rider keep braking force under control when traction drops.
On affected motorcycles, a manufacturing error affects the ABS hardware. The system can malfunction and lose its anti-lock function, even though the rest of the brake system is still present. If that happens during hard braking, the ABS no longer gives the rider the intended protection against wheel lock.
There is no warning sign before failure. The rider should not count on a light, sound, pedal feel, or other advance notice before the anti-lock function is lost.
Who's affected?
| 2013 Suzuki Hayabusa GSX1300RA | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 2,561 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific motorcycle.
What's the safety risk?
Without proper anti-lock braking, a hard stop can lock the wheels and send the motorcycle into a skid, increasing crash risk. Schedule the repair soon and leave extra space when braking until the ABS unit is replaced. Repair will be free at any franchised Suzuki dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013 Suzuki Hayabusa GSX1300RA is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Suzuki dealer and ask about the free ABS unit replacement for recall number 13V312.
- Bring the recall notice if Suzuki mailed one after August 5, 2013. If you do not have it, use recall number 13V312 when you call.
- Ride cautiously until the ABS unit is replaced. Leave extra following distance and avoid hard braking when possible.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Suzuki technician replaces the affected Anti-Lock Brake System units. Suzuki lists unit replacement as the remedy, with parts and labor covered by the recall. The final dealer repair will be free once available. This work addresses the ABS manufacturing error by replacing the brake-control unit that can lose anti-lock function on the covered 2013 Hayabusa GSX1300RA motorcycles.
Timeline
| July 16, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 5, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V312?
Recall 13V312 covers 2,561 2013 Suzuki Hayabusa GSX1300RA motorcycles with an ABS manufacturing error. The anti-lock brake function can fail to work as intended, allowing wheel lock up and skidding. Suzuki dealers replace the affected ABS units for free.
What should I do if my 2013 Suzuki Hayabusa GSX1300RA is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 13V312. If it is, contact a franchised Suzuki dealer and ask for the ABS unit replacement. Reference recall number 13V312 and Suzuki campaign WN when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost, and Suzuki's recall remedy states that dealers replace the affected ABS units free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Suzuki dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk in recall 13V312 is loss of proper anti-lock brake function. If the ABS does not work as intended, a wheel can lock and the motorcycle can skid, increasing crash risk. The free repair replaces the affected ABS unit.
What if I bought this Hayabusa used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Suzuki dealer with recall number 13V312 and Suzuki campaign WN so the service desk can confirm the open repair.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V312000 |
|---|---|
| Suzuki customer service | 1-800-572-1490 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V312 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V312000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →