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2012 SUZUKI DL650 Safety Overview

The 2012 SUZUKI DL650 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 3 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
  • Engine and engine cooling:engine
  • Exterior lighting:brake lights:switch

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as a short circuit of the stator wires may prevent the battery from properly charging, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for SUZUKI DL650 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2012 SUZUKI DL650 16V878000

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.

A short circuit of the stator wires may prevent the battery from properly charging, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 16V878000: A short circuit of the stator wires may prevent the battery from properly... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/6/2016
2012 SUZUKI DL650 15V852000

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.

The excessive wear may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 15V852000: The excessive wear may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/18/2015
2012 SUZUKI DL650 12V038000

SUZUKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 AN400, AN650, AND DL650 SCOOTERS AND MOTORCYCLES MANU...

ON THE AN400 AND AN650 MODELS, FAILURE OF THE SWITCHES WILL PREVENT THE SCOOTERS FROM STARTING. ON ALL OF THE AFFECTED MODELS, FAILURE OF THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH(ES) MAY CAUSE THE BRAKE LIGHTS TO NOT ILLUMINATE WHEN A SCOOTER OR MOTORCYCLE IS BRAKING, THEREBY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH WITH A TRAILING VEHICLE.

NHTSA Recall 12V038000: ON THE AN400 AND AN650 MODELS, FAILURE OF THE SWITCHES WILL PREVENT THE... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/3/2012

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.