2000 Suzuki VZ800 recalls and problems

The 2000 Suzuki VZ800 has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Suzuki dealer.

Recalls
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Complaints
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Crashes / fires
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Injuries / deaths
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Recalls may cover only some 2000 Suzuki VZ800 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2000 Suzuki VZ800 recalls

Recall 04V-350: Fuel System, Gasoline

Reported Jul 19, 2004 · 849 vehicles affected · AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.

Problem: This campaign involves certain marauder model motorcycles equipped with california evaporative emissions equipment. When a motorcycle is parked after city driving in heavy traffic, under some conditions, elevated pressure in the fuel tank vent line can cause back pressure in through the surge control valve.

Risk: On some occasions this can cause liquid fuel from rear carburetor air filter box. In the presence of an ignition source this fuel leakage can cause a fire.

Fix: Dealers will replace the carbon canister with a newly designed canister and associated vent line changes will be made. The recall began on july 30, 2004. Owners should contact suzuki at 1-800-255-2550.

2000 Suzuki VZ800 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Fuel/Propulsion System1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 18,090 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2000 Suzuki VZ800 complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Fuel/Propulsion System · at 18,090 miles · reported Dec 18, 2014
The contact owns a 2000 suzuki vz800 motorcycle. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 MPH, fuel was leaking from the vehicle and there was smoke coming from the rear carburetor. The contact stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 04v350000 (Fuel system, gasoline). The motorcycle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 18,090.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2000 Suzuki VZ800 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2000 Suzuki VZ800: 04V-350 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2000 Suzuki VZ800?

Owners report fuel/propulsion system problems most often (1 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 18,090 miles.

Are Suzuki recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Suzuki dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.