SUZUKI DL1000 2014: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 15V854000

Production Dates: 2014-01-17 - 2014-06-05

Manufacturers Involved: Suzuki Motor USA, LLC

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 2A53

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2404

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. "Suzuki" is recalling certain model year 2014 DL1000 motorcycles manufactured January 17, 2014, to June 5, 2014, and 2015 DL1000 motorcycles manufactured November 5, 2014, to February 6, 2015. The ignition switch terminals of the affected vehicles may corrode if they come into contact with liquid such as salt water. As a result, the motorcycle's electrical power may be disconnected or the switch may be bypassed, preventing the engine from being shut off with the ignition key.

If electrical power is lost, the engine would stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will install a cover for the ignition switch connector, and any corroded ignition lead wire and wire harnesses will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began January 19, 2016. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-996-7040. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A53.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.