2004 Suzuki VZ800 recalls and problems

The 2004 Suzuki VZ800 has 1 safety recall and 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Suzuki dealer.

Recalls
1
Complaints
1
Crashes / fires
1 / 0
Injuries / deaths
1 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2004 Suzuki VZ800 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2004 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.

2004 Suzuki VZ800 problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Power Train2

Most reported parts

  • Power Train › Manual Transmission — 1
  • Power Train › Clutch Assembly — 1

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 700 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 2004 Suzuki VZ800 complaints

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

Power Train · at 700 miles · reported Sep 2, 2005
Dt: the contact owns a 2004 suzuki marauder 800. There was a glitch in the transmission that caused an accident. Suzuki stated that this was normal for that model. It was a manual transmission. The dealership replaced the entire clutch with less than 700 miles on the motorcycle. No other work was done because the manufacturer states that this was normal.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2004 Suzuki VZ800 have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 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 2004 Suzuki VZ800?

Owners report power train problems most often (2 reports). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 700 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.