Recall 12V-038: 2012 Suzuki AN400, 2012 Suzuki AN650 and 1 more

AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. recall for exterior lighting, reported to NHTSA on Feb 3, 2012, covering about 1,396 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-038
Report date
Feb 3, 2012
Vehicles affected
1,396
Owners notified
Feb 13, 2012

The problem

Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2012 an400, an650, and dl650 scooters and motorcycles manufactured prior to december 17, 2011, because the lever-mounted brake light actuating switch(Es) may fail.

The risk

On the an400 and an650 models, failure of the switches will prevent the scooters from starting. On all of the affected models, failure of the brake light switch(Es) may cause the brake lights to not illuminate when a scooter or motorcycle is braking, thereby increasing the risk of a crash with a trailing vehicle.

The fix

Suzuki will notify owners, and suzuki distributors will replace the brake light actuating switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on february 13, 2011. Owners may contact suzuki at 1-714-996-7040.

Notes

Suzukiâ’s recall campaign number is 2a26/2a27. Owners may 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.
ComponentExterior Lighting › Brake Lights › Switch
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number12V038000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Suzuki AN4002012All years
Suzuki AN6502012All years
Suzuki DL6502012All 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 12V-038?

Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2012 an400, an650, and dl650 scooters and motorcycles manufactured prior to december 17, 2011, because the lever-mounted brake light actuating switch(Es) may fail.

How is recall 12V-038 fixed?

Suzuki will notify owners, and suzuki distributors will replace the brake light actuating switch, free of charge. The safety recall began on february 13, 2011. Owners may contact suzuki at 1-714-996-7040.

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.