Recall 18V064 affects 3,097 2017-2018 Suzuki GSX-R1000 motorcycles for drive-chain breakage after a missed shift. Repair is free at any franchised Suzuki dealer.
Suzuki is recalling 3,097 2017-2018 GSX-R1000 motorcycles because a missed shift from first to second gear can leave the bike in neutral, send engine RPM very high, and stretch or break the drive chain. If the chain breaks, the motorcycle loses power and crash risk rises; Suzuki dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The drivetrain on a 2017-2018 Suzuki GSX-R1000 carries engine power through the transmission and out to the drive chain. In normal riding, the transmission locks cleanly into each gear, and the chain takes a controlled load as power moves to the rear wheel. The clutch helps separate engine power from the transmission during a shift.
The problem happens during an upshift from first gear to second gear. If second gear does not engage, the motorcycle lands in neutral while the engine speed rises. Shifting into second gear from that high engine speed without using the clutch sends a sharp load through the drivetrain. That load can stretch or break the drive chain.
There is no warning sign before failure. The event starts with a missed shift between first gear and second gear, followed by high engine speed before the next shift.
Who's affected?
The listed production window runs from February 2, 2017, through December 1, 2017.
| 2018 Suzuki GSX-R1000 | Engine |
|---|---|
| 2017 Suzuki GSX-R1000 | Engine |
| Units affected | 3,097 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A broken drive chain cuts power to the motorcycle and increases the risk of a crash. Until the repair is complete, ride cautiously and schedule the recall service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Suzuki dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017-2018 Suzuki GSX-R1000 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Suzuki dealer to schedule the free ECM replacement and drive-chain and sprocket inspection that addresses chain damage after a missed first-to-second shift.
- Bring the recall notice if Suzuki mailed one, or reference recall number 18V064 and Suzuki recall 2A76 to 2A81 when you call.
- Shift carefully between first and second gear until the repair is complete, and do not force second gear after a missed shift.
- Call Suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490 with questions about scheduling or recall coverage.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Suzuki technician replaces the Engine Control Module, then inspects the drive chain and sprockets. If the chain or sprockets show the recall-related condition, the technician replaces those parts as needed. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Suzuki has a reimbursement plan for owners who paid for this defect repair before the recall notice. Bring receipts or other repair documentation to the service desk and ask how Suzuki handles the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| January 22, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 22, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| January 22, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 23, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| January 25, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V064?
Recall 18V064 covers 3,097 2017-2018 Suzuki GSX-R1000 motorcycles with an engine-control issue tied to missed shifts between first and second gear. Suzuki dealers will replace the Engine Control Module and inspect the drive chain and sprockets, replacing them as needed, for free.
What should I do if my 2017-2018 Suzuki GSX-R1000 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 18V064. If it is, contact a franchised Suzuki dealer to schedule the Engine Control Module replacement and drive-chain inspection. Reference recall number 18V064 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Suzuki dealers will replace the Engine Control Module and inspect and replace the drive chain and sprockets as needed, free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of power if the drive chain breaks, increasing crash risk. The defect starts when a missed upshift creates a neutral condition and very high engine RPM, then the rider shifts into second gear without disengaging the clutch.
When did Suzuki start this recall repair?
Suzuki began the recall repair on January 25, 2018. Owners can contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490 and ask about Suzuki recall numbers 2A76 to 2A81, then schedule the free repair with a franchised Suzuki dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V064000 |
|---|---|
| Suzuki customer service | 1-714-572-1490 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V064 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V064000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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