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Campaign 15V854 Posted December 18, 2015 2,404 units

2014-2015 Suzuki DL1000 Recall 15V854: Ignition Switch

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published May 31, 2026

Recall 15V854 affects 2,404 2014-2015 Suzuki DL1000 motorcycles for ignition switch corrosion. Repair is free at any franchised Suzuki dealer.

Suzuki is recalling 2,404 2014-2015 DL1000 motorcycles because ignition switch terminals can corrode after contact with liquid such as salt water. The defect can cut electrical power and stall the engine, increasing crash risk; Suzuki dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.

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What's wrong?

The ignition switch on a 2014-2015 Suzuki DL1000 is the keyed electrical switch that turns the motorcycle on and off. Its connector terminals are small metal contact points inside the wiring plug. When the key is turned, those contacts open or close the power circuit so the motorcycle starts, runs, or shuts down as commanded.

On these motorcycles, liquid such as salt water can reach the ignition switch connector. Salt water corrodes the terminals, which damages the normal electrical path. That corrosion can disconnect electrical power, or it can create an unintended connection that bypasses the switch. In that bypassed state, the engine keeps running even when the rider turns the ignition key off.

There is no warning sign before failure. The first thing an owner notices can be a loss of electrical power, or an engine that will not shut off with the key.

Who's affected?

Both model years point to the same ignition-system component.

2015 Suzuki DL1000 electrical system
2014 Suzuki DL1000 electrical system
Units affected2,404
Field incidentsNHTSA has logged 33 field incidents to date.

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?

If the ignition switch connector loses electrical power, the engine stalls, which increases crash risk. Until repaired, treat any loss of power or stalling as a reason to stop riding and call a Suzuki dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Suzuki dealer.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2014-2015 Suzuki DL1000 is included in this recall.
  2. Contact a franchised Suzuki dealer to schedule the free ignition switch connector cover and wiring repair that protects the terminals from corrosion.
  3. Bring the recall notice if Suzuki mailed one. If not, reference recall number 15V854 when you call.
  4. Call Suzuki customer service at 1-714-996-7040 with questions and reference Suzuki recall 2A53.
  5. Ride cautiously until the repair is complete. Keep the motorcycle away from salt water exposure and stop riding if electrical power cuts out.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, a Suzuki technician installs a cover for the ignition switch connector. The technician also checks for corrosion and replaces the ignition lead wire or wire harnesses when corrosion is found. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Suzuki has a reimbursement plan for owners who paid for this defect repair before the recall notice. Bring receipts or repair documentation to the service desk, or contact Suzuki customer service, so the claim can be handled under that plan.

ReimbursementReimbursement available

Timeline

December 18, 2015 NHTSA published the recall
January 15, 2016 Dealer notification began
January 15, 2016 Dealer notification ended
January 22, 2016 Interim owner notification (was planned for this date)
January 29, 2016 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 15V854?

Recall 15V854 covers 2,404 2014-2015 Suzuki DL1000 motorcycles with ignition switch terminals that can corrode after contact with liquid such as salt water. Suzuki dealers will install a connector cover and replace corroded ignition lead wires or wire harnesses for free.

What should I do if my 2014-2015 Suzuki DL1000 is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 15V854. If it is, contact a franchised Suzuki dealer to schedule the ignition switch connector repair. Reference recall number 15V854 or Suzuki recall number 2A53 when you call.

Is the Suzuki DL1000 recall repair free?

Yes. Suzuki's remedy states that dealers will install the ignition switch connector cover and replace corroded ignition lead wires or wire harnesses free of charge. The repair is handled through a franchised Suzuki dealer.

Is the 2014-2015 Suzuki DL1000 ignition recall a safety risk?

Yes. Corrosion at the ignition switch terminals can disconnect electrical power, which would stall the engine and increase crash risk. The dealer repair protects the ignition switch connector and replaces corroded wiring parts at no cost.

What if I bought my Suzuki DL1000 used?

The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the motorcycle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your DL1000 is included, then call a franchised Suzuki dealer with recall number 15V854 or Suzuki recall number 2A53.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V854000
Suzuki customer service1-714-996-7040
NHTSA recall #15V854
NHTSA recall # (full)15V854000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →