Frame cracking and/or breakage
Defect Summary
American suzuki (suzuki) is conducting a safety improvement campaign involving 26,082 my 2005-2006 gsx-r1000 motorcycles. cracking or breakage of the motorcycle frame can occur in certain extreme situations where unusually high stress is placed on the frame. repeated hard landings from hazardous maneuvers such as extreme or extended wheelies or other stunts may generate sufficient stress to cause this problem.
Safety Consequence
If the frame becomes broken during extreme use, a crash could occur.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the frame for cracks. if no cracks are found, a frame reinforcement brace will be attached to the frame using bolts and epoxy adhesive. should cracks be found during the inspection, the frame will be replaced with a new frame that has the reinforcement brace installed. the campaign began on january 21, 2009. owners may contact suzuki at 1-714-572-1490.
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FAQ: Recall 09V022000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 09V022000?
NHTSA recall 09V022000 was issued by Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc on January 16, 2009. It addresses: Frame cracking and/or breakage. The recall affects approximately 26,082 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 09V022000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2A08. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.