SUZUKI 2018 SUZUKI GSX-R1000 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2018 SUZUKI GSX-R1000
Brand
SUZUKI
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2018
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2018 SUZUKI GSX-R1000 vehicles due to engine and engine cooling:engine issues. If the drive chain breaks, the motorcycle will lose power, increasing the risk of a crash..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2017-2018 GSX-R1000, GSX-R1000A, GSX-R1000RA, and GSX-R1000RZA motorcycles. When upshifting between first and second gear, if the rider fails to engage second gear, a neutral condition will exist and may cause very high engine RPM. If the rider then shifts into second gear without disengaging the clutch, the motorcycles chain may stretch or break.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
If the drive chain breaks, the motorcycle will lose power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Engine Control Module (ECM), and inspect and replace the drive chain and sprockets, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2018. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. Suzuki's numbers for this recall are 2A76 to 2A81.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026