2016 Suzuki DL1000 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2016 Suzuki DL1000 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

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How does 2016 compare to other DL1000 years?

DL1000 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2016 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2016 Suzuki DL1000 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

15V851000Electrical SystemDecember 18, 2015 · 2,410 units

Defect

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2014 Suzuki DL 1000 motorcycles manufactured January 17, 2014, to June 5, 2014, 2015 Suzuki DL1000 motorcycles manufactured November 4, 2014, to February 6, 2015 and 2016 Suzuki DL1000 motorcycles manufactured June 11, 2015, to July 15, 2015. The affected motorcycles have a wiring harness that may rub against the bottom of the fuel tank. Vibration from riding may cause the wiring insulation to wear off, allowing a bare wire to short circuit against the fuel tank.

Consequence

A short circuit may cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the motorcycles and reroute the wiring harnesses as necessary. Any damaged harnesses will be repaired or replaced. This work will be performed free of charge. The recall began on January 29, 2016. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service number at 1-714-572-1490. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A53.

2016 Suzuki DL1000 — common questions

Is the 2016 Suzuki DL1000 reliable?

The record is thin — 0 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2016 Suzuki DL1000 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2016 Suzuki DL1000. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2016 compare to other DL1000 years?

Does the 2016 Suzuki DL1000 have recalls?

2016 Suzuki DL1000 — common questions

Is the 2016 Suzuki DL1000 reliable?

Does the 2016 Suzuki DL1000 have recalls?

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