Recall 05V-566: 2005–2006 Suzuki VL800, 2005–2006 Suzuki VZ800

AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Dec 21, 2005, covering about 23,839 vehicles.

NHTSA number
05V-566
Report date
Dec 21, 2005
Vehicles affected
23,839
Owners notified
Jan 6, 2006

The problem

On certain motorcycles, the ignition switch wiring harness may have been improperly routed at the time of production. If the wiring harness is not routed properly, it can rub against the clutch cable/throttle cable.

The risk

Continued rubbing may eventually lead to a short circuit which may cause the engine to stall or the lights to go out. This will increase the chance of a crash resulting in serious injury or death.

The fix

Dealers will re-route the ignition switch wiring harness and replace the lock set including the ignition switch along with the clutch cable/throttle cable free of charge. The recall began on january 6, 2006. Owners may contact suzuki at 714-572-1490.

Notes

Suzuki recall no. 2085.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerAMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
ComponentElectrical System › Ignition › Switch
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number05V566000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Suzuki VL8002005, 2006All years
Suzuki VZ8002005, 2006All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 05V-566?

On certain motorcycles, the ignition switch wiring harness may have been improperly routed at the time of production. If the wiring harness is not routed properly, it can rub against the clutch cable/throttle cable.

How is recall 05V-566 fixed?

Dealers will re-route the ignition switch wiring harness and replace the lock set including the ignition switch along with the clutch cable/throttle cable free of charge. The recall began on january 6, 2006. Owners may contact suzuki at 714-572-1490.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.