Recall 99V-132: 1999 Suzuki Gsxr600, 1999 Suzuki Gsxr750

AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on May 20, 1999, covering about 7,828 vehicles.

NHTSA number
99V-132
Report date
May 20, 1999
Vehicles affected
7,828
Owners notified
May 24, 1999

The problem

Vehicle description: motorcycles. The cam chain tension adjuster does not provide consistent tension to the cam chain in the engine causing abnormal engine sounds.

The risk

This could lead to cam chain breakage or over severe engine damage. It could also cause sudden engine failure.

The fix

Dealers will replace the original cam chain tension adjuster and upper cam chain guide no. 2 with a revised cam chain tension adjuster and upper cam chain guide no. 2. The dealer will inspect and may replace other engine components which may have been damaged because of cam chain tension adjuster failure.

Notes

Owner notification is expected to begin during may 1999.owners who take their vehicles 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. 396.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.
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number99V132000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Suzuki Gsxr6001999All years
Suzuki Gsxr7501999All 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 99V-132?

Vehicle description: motorcycles. The cam chain tension adjuster does not provide consistent tension to the cam chain in the engine causing abnormal engine sounds.

How is recall 99V-132 fixed?

Dealers will replace the original cam chain tension adjuster and upper cam chain guide no. 2 with a revised cam chain tension adjuster and upper cam chain guide no. 2. The dealer will inspect and may replace other engine components which may have been damaged because of cam chain tension adjuster failure.

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.