Recall 98V-087: 1998 Suzuki GSX600FW, 1998 Suzuki GSX750FW and 1 more

AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. recall for structure, reported to NHTSA on Apr 29, 1998, covering about 4,103 vehicles.

NHTSA number
98V-087
Report date
Apr 29, 1998
Vehicles affected
4,103
Owners notified
Apr 30, 1998

The problem

Vehicle description: motorcycles. The bracket portion of the passenger grab rail can break.

The risk

This could cause the passenger to lose their balance and fall from the motorcycle, or could disturb the rider's ability to control the vehicle increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the passenger grab rail with a new, stronger grab rail.

Notes

Owner notification began april 310, 1998. Owners who take their motorcycles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact suzuki at 1-714-996-7040, ext. 380.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerAMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
ComponentStructure › Body
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number98V087000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Suzuki GSX600FW1998All years
Suzuki GSX750FW1998All years
Suzuki Katana1998All 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 98V-087?

Vehicle description: motorcycles. The bracket portion of the passenger grab rail can break.

How is recall 98V-087 fixed?

Dealers will replace the passenger grab rail with a new, stronger grab rail.

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.