Recall 20V612 affects 2,100 2018 Suzuki GSX250RZ and GSX250R motorcycles for headlight failure. Repair will be free at any franchised Suzuki dealer once available.
Suzuki is recalling 2,100 2018 GSX250RZ and GSX250R motorcycles because the low beam, high beam, or both headlights can fail suddenly. Loss of headlight output reduces the rider's visibility and increases crash risk, and the Suzuki dealer repair will be free once Suzuki makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The headlamp assembly on the 2018 Suzuki GSX250RZ and GSX250R is the front lighting unit that holds the bulb and aims light ahead of the motorcycle. It provides the low beam for normal night riding and the high beam for longer-distance visibility. The system depends on the bulb staying fixed in the headlamp so the electrical contact and light pattern stay stable.
On affected motorcycles, the low beam, the high beam, or both can stop working. Suzuki has not determined the root cause, so the filing does not identify the exact part or condition inside the headlamp that starts the failure. Suzuki says motorcycles outside this group used a redesigned headlamp assembly with a revised bulb attachment system, which points to the bulb mounting area as the part the dealer will need to address.
There is no warning sign before failure. The headlight can work normally, then fail without an earlier symptom for the rider to notice.
Who's affected?
Covers two GSX250R variants for the 2018 model year, both using the same headlamp assembly.
| 2018 Suzuki GSX250RZ | Headlights |
|---|---|
| 2018 Suzuki GSX250R | Headlights |
| Units affected | 2,100 |
A matching 2018 Suzuki GSX250R or GSX250RZ does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific motorcycle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A sudden loss of low or high beams reduces the rider's visibility and increases crash risk. If the headlight cuts out, reduce speed, use extra caution, and arrange dealer service soon. Repair will be free at any franchised Suzuki dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Suzuki GSX250RZ or GSX250R is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Suzuki dealer to ask whether the free headlight-bulb and retention-clip repair is open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 20V612 when you call, and bring Suzuki's owner notice if you have it.
- Avoid riding after dark or in low-visibility conditions until the headlight repair is complete.
- Call Suzuki customer service at 1-844-352-4921 with questions about your motorcycle or the recall notice.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Suzuki technician will replace the headlight bulb and install a bulb retention spring clip. Suzuki's remedy says the recall began March 29, 2021, but the remedy is not marked available for this page, so do not treat scheduling as open until Suzuki confirms availability. Once available, the dealer repair will be free under the recall, with parts and labor covered.
Timeline
| September 30, 2020 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 29, 2021 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 20V612?
Recall 20V612 covers 2,100 2018 Suzuki GSX250RZ and GSX250R motorcycles with low and/or high beam headlights that can fail. Sudden loss of the beams reduces the rider's visibility and increases crash risk. Suzuki dealers replace the headlight bulb and install a bulb retention spring clip for free.
What should I do if my 2018 Suzuki GSX250RZ or GSX250R is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motorcycle is included in recall 20V612. If it is, contact a franchised Suzuki dealer to schedule the headlight bulb replacement and bulb retention spring clip installation. Reference recall number 20V612 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Suzuki's remedy states that dealers replace the headlight bulb and install the bulb retention spring clip free of charge. Any franchised Suzuki dealer can handle the recall repair.
Is it safe to ride before the Suzuki headlight recall repair?
The safety risk is reduced visibility if the low and/or high beams fail suddenly, which increases crash risk. If either beam is not working, avoid riding in low-light conditions and arrange the free headlight bulb and retention spring clip repair with a Suzuki dealer.
When did Suzuki start this recall repair?
Suzuki began the recall on March 29, 2021. If your VIN is included and the repair is still open, call a franchised Suzuki dealer or Suzuki customer service at 1-844-352-4921 and ask for recall 20V612 service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/20V612000 |
|---|---|
| Suzuki customer service | 1-844-352-4921 |
| NHTSA recall # | 20V612 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 20V612000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 23, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →