Suzuki Motor of America (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 motorcycle?s chain may stretch or break.
Suzuki Motor USA – Shifting with High RPMs may cause Chain to Break
| Report Received Date | 01/22/2018 |
| NHTSA ID | 18V064000 |
| Consequence Summary | If the drive chain breaks, the motorcycle will lose power, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective Action | 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. |
| Recall Code | 2A76 to 2A81 |
| Potentially Affected | 3097 |
| Fire Risk When Parked | No |
| Do Not Drive | No |
| Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V064000) |
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