Safety Recall NHTSA · 12V231000 Reported May 21, 2012

Side stand interlock switch

Q: What is recall 12V231000?

NHTSA recall 12V231000 was issued by Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc on May 21, 2012. It addresses: Side stand interlock switch. The recall affects approximately 4,969 vehicles , with the defect involving the N/A component.

Q: 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.

Q: 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.

Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc · N/A · 4,969 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID

12V231000

Manufacturer Campaign

2A29

Manufacturer

Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc

Component

N/A

Vehicles Affected

4,969

Recall Type

Vehicle

Report Received

May 21, 2012

Defect Summary

Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2012 gsx-r1000 motorcycles. due to loose bolts the side stand interlock switch may fail.

Safety Consequence

On the gsx-r1000 models, failure of the switch will terminate the ignition circuit. as a result, the engine will stop running, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Suzuki will notify owners, and suzuki dealers will replace the side stand interlock switch bolts, free of charge. the safety recall began on june 7, 2012. owners may contact suzuki at 1-714-996-7040.

What you should do

Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
Contact an authorized Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 12V231000 or campaign 2A29.
Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.

View Official NHTSA Notice →

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FAQ: Recall 12V231000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 12V231000?

NHTSA recall 12V231000 was issued by Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc on May 21, 2012. It addresses: Side stand interlock switch. The recall affects approximately 4,969 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V231000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2A29. 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.