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2012 Suzuki GSX1300R problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just one complaint on file for the 2012 Suzuki GSX1300R — 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.

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NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

0

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2012 compare to other GSX1300R years?

GSX1300R NHTSA complaints by model year, 2012 highlighted14 complaints1999: 14 complaints2000: 12 complaints2001: 0 complaints2002: 0 complaints2003: 0 complaints2004: 0 complaints2005: 4 complaints2006: 4 complaints2007: 0 complaints2008: 7 complaints2009: 0 complaints2010: 0 complaints2011: 0 complaints2012: 1 complaints2022: 2 complaints2023: 1 complaints2024: 0 complaints
GSX1300R NHTSA complaints by model year, 2012 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2012 Suzuki GSX1300R problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Electrical System1100%

Does the 2012 Suzuki GSX1300R have recalls?

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

16V018000Electrical SystemJanuary 19, 2016 · 68,344 units

Defect

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 AN400, AN400A, DL1000, GSX1300R, 2008-2009 GSF1250S and GSF1250SA, 2008 GSX1300BK and GSX1300BKA, 2008-2010 GSX650F, GSX-R600, GSX-R750, VLR1800, VLR1800T, and 2009-2010 SFV650 and VZ1500 motorcycles. Due to a problem with the circuit board for the regulator/rectifier power module, the motorcycle may not sufficiently charge the battery and the motorcycle may stall.

Consequence

If the engine stalls while riding, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Remedy

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the regulator/rectifier, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 4, 2016. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-444-5077. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A56 to 2A64.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“THE RECTIFIER/STATOR DOES NOT MAINTAIN A CHARGE ON THE BATTERY. THE BIKE HAS GONE DEAD WHILE RIDING IN TRAFFIC ON THE HIGHWAY. AFTER 20 MINUTES THE BIKE STARTED BY ROLLING DOWN HILL. WHILE STATIONARY, A NEW BATTERY WAS PUT IN BUT IT WOULD NOT START THE MOTORCYCLE AND PULLS THE COLD CRANKING AMPS…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · May 6, 2017

2012 Suzuki GSX1300R — common questions

Is the 2012 Suzuki GSX1300R reliable?

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

Does the 2012 Suzuki GSX1300R have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2012 Suzuki GSX1300R. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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.