Drive chain link may not be riveted
Defect Summary
Suzuki motor of america, inc. (suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2014 dl650a v-strom motorcycles manufactured january 20, 2014, through january 21, 2014. in the affected vehicles, a drive chain link may not have been riveted by the supplier when being manufactured.
Safety Consequence
If the drive chain link was not riveted, the chain may come off, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drive chains of the affected motorcycles. For any unsold motorcycles with a drive chain link that is not riveted, suzuki dealers will replace the non-riveted link with a drive chain joint set. for any motorcycles that have been sold to retail customers with a drive chain link that is not riveted, suzuki dealers will replace the drive chain and the front and rear sprockets, free of charge. the recall began on may 27, 2014. owners may contact suzuki at 1-800-572-1490. suzuki's number for this recall is 2a39.
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FAQ: Recall 14V278000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V278000?
NHTSA recall 14V278000 was issued by Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc on May 23, 2014. It addresses: Drive chain link may not be riveted. The recall affects approximately 103 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V278000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2A39. 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.