Large Recall NHTSA · 13V449000 Reported October 18, 2013

Soft front brake/increased stopping distance

Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc · N/A · 208,966 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
13V449000
Manufacturer Campaign
2A (31-36)
Manufacturer
Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
208,966
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 18, 2013
Completion Rate
34.16

Defect Summary

Suzuki motor of america, inc. (suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2013 gsx-r600 and gsx-r750, and model year 2005-2013 gsx-r1000 motorcycles. in combination with older brake fluid, corrosion of the brake piston inside of the front brake master cylinder generates gas that may result in a reduction of fluid pressure transmission to the front brake.

Safety Consequence

As a result, front braking power may be reduced increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began on november 18, 2013. owners may contact suzuki at 1-800-572-1490. suzuki's campaign numbers for this recall are: 2a (31, 32, 33, 34, 35, and 36).

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 13V449000 or campaign 2A (31-36).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 13V449000

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

What is recall 13V449000?

NHTSA recall 13V449000 was issued by Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc on October 18, 2013. It addresses: Soft front brake/increased stopping distance. The recall affects approximately 208,966 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 13V449000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2A (31-36). 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.