2018 Suzuki DL650 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 0 complaints on file for the 2018 Suzuki DL650 — 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

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2018 compare to other DL650 years?

DL650 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2018 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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Does the 2018 Suzuki DL650 have recalls?

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

18V694000Fuel SystemOctober 4, 2018 · 6,928 units

Defect

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Suzuki DL650A, DL650XA, GSX-R1000, GSX-R1000R, and 2018 GSX-S750 motorcycles. During installation, the fuel pump O-ring may have been twisted, reducing the sealing performance and possibly resulting in a fuel leak.

Consequence

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump O-ring and the fuel tank inner vessel, free of charge. The recall began October 31, 2018. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's numbers for this recall are 2A86-2A88.

2018 Suzuki DL650 — common questions

Is the 2018 Suzuki DL650 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 2018 Suzuki DL650 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2018 Suzuki DL650. 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 2018 compare to other DL650 years?

Does the 2018 Suzuki DL650 have recalls?

2018 Suzuki DL650 — common questions

Is the 2018 Suzuki DL650 reliable?

Does the 2018 Suzuki DL650 have recalls?

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