Recall 06V-025: 1998–2006 Suzuki VL1500, 2005–2006 Suzuki VL1500T
AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on Jan 30, 2006, covering about 37,911 vehicles.
The problem
On certain motorcycles, stress around the right front fuel tank mounting point can cause hairline fatigue cracks to form. This can result in a fuel leak.
The risk
In the presence of an ignition source, a fuel leak can result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and install improved cushions that mount and support the fuel tank. Any fuel tanks that are found to have a crack will be replaced. If a tank is found to have a crack and a replacement tank is not available, fuel tank sealant will be applied to the tank as an interim repair. When the replacement tank becomes available, the owner will be contacted and a replacement tank will be installed. The recall began on february 3, 2006. Owners may contact suzuki at 1-714-572-1490.
Notes
Suzuki recall no.2087. 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
| Manufacturer | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 06V025000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Suzuki VL1500 | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 | All years |
| Suzuki VL1500T | 2005, 2006 | All 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 06V-025?
On certain motorcycles, stress around the right front fuel tank mounting point can cause hairline fatigue cracks to form. This can result in a fuel leak.
How is recall 06V-025 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and install improved cushions that mount and support the fuel tank. Any fuel tanks that are found to have a crack will be replaced. If a tank is found to have a crack and a replacement tank is not available, fuel tank sealant will be applied to the tank as an interim repair. When the replacement tank becomes available, the owner will be contacted and a replacement tank will be installed. The recall began on february 3, 2006. Owners may contact suzuki at 1-714-572-1490.
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.