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1999 Suzuki GSX-R750 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 1999 Suzuki GSX-R750 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 2 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

3

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

1

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 1999 compare to other GSX-R750 years?

GSX-R750 NHTSA complaints by model year, 1999 highlighted39 complaints1996: 4 complaints1997: 1 complaints1999: 3 complaints2000: 39 complaints2001: 1 complaints2002: 0 complaints2003: 0 complaints2004: 1 complaints2005: 4 complaints2006: 16 complaints2007: 33 complaints2008: 1 complaints2009: 0 complaints2010: 0 complaints2011: 0 complaints2012: 0 complaints2013: 0 complaints2014: 1 complaints
GSX-R750 NHTSA complaints by model year, 1999 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 1999 Suzuki GSX-R750 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine133%
Fuel System133%
Suspension133%

Does the 1999 Suzuki GSX-R750 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

08E052000OtherAugust 15, 2008 · 10,000 units

Defect

MOTION PRO IS RECALLING 10,000 AFTERMARKET BRAKE LEVERS, MODEL NO. 14-0415, SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN MY 1999 THROUGH 2008 SUZUKI AND MY 1998 THROUGH 2003 YAMAHA MOTORCYCLES. THE LOBE HEIGHT ON SOME OF THESE LEVERS ARE SMALLER AND DO NOT PROPERLY ENGAGE THE STOMP LAMP SWITCH WHICH WILL NOT DEACTIVATE WHEN THE DRIVER RELEASES THE BRAKE LEVER. THE LEVER CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY THE MARKING "JY 378" AT THE BASE OF THE LEVER NEAR THE PIVOT BUSHING.

Consequence

IF THIS OCCURS, THE STOP LAMP WILL REMAIN ON WHICH COULD POSSIBLY RESULT IN A CRASH.

Remedy

MOTION PRO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE A FREE REMEDY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MOTION PRO AT 1-877-438-7831.

99V132000EngineMay 20, 1999 · 7,828 units

Defect

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. THE CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER DOES NOT PROVIDE CONSISTENT TENSION TO THE CAM CHAIN IN THE ENGINE CAUSING ABNORMAL ENGINE SOUNDS.

Consequence

THIS COULD LEAD TO CAM CHAIN BREAKAGE OR OVER SEVERE ENGINE DAMAGE. IT COULD ALSO CAUSE SUDDEN ENGINE FAILURE.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ORIGINAL CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER AND UPPER CAM CHAIN GUIDE NO. 2 WITH A REVISED CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER AND UPPER CAM CHAIN GUIDE NO. 2. THE DEALER WILL INSPECT AND MAY REPLACE OTHER ENGINE COMPONENTS WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED BECAUSE OF CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER FAILURE.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE REGARDING THE CAM CHAIN TENSIONER. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO THE DEALER INQUIRING ABOUT THE RECALL AND WAS INFORMED THAT IT MAY HAVE A DEFECTIVE CAM CHAIN TENSIONER AND IF IT FAILS IT COULD CAUSE EXTENSIVE ENGINE DAMAGE. COSNUMER HAD TO PARK THE VEHICLE UNTIL PARTS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine

“HAD THE VEHICLE PARKED FOR A COUPLE OF DAYS AND NOTICED A FUEL LEAK. CONTACTED LOCAL MECHANIC WHO INSPECTED AND DIAGNOSED VEHICLE. CONTACTED DEALER WHO REFUSED TO SELL THE PART. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · January 27, 1999

“MOTORCYCLE LACKS A STABILIZER WHICH CAUSED TANK SLAP OR FRONT WHEEL SLIDER/ FRONT END TO LOSE WEIGHT DURING HARD ACCELERATION. DEALER HAS BEEN CONTACTED. *AK”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Suspension

1999 Suzuki GSX-R750 — common questions

Is the 1999 Suzuki GSX-R750 reliable?

The record is thin — 3 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 2 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 1999 Suzuki GSX-R750 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 1999 Suzuki GSX-R750. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 1999 Suzuki GSX-R750 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Suzuki GSX-R750 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the GSX-R750 years to avoid are 2000, 2007. The cleanest record among GSX-R750 years belongs to 2013.

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.