Wiring harness may rub and short
Defect Summary
Suzuki motor of america, inc. (suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2014 suzuki dl 1000 motorcycles manufactured january 17, 2014, to june 5, 2014, 2015 suzuki dl1000 motorcycles manufactured november 4, 2014, to february 6, 2015 and 2016 suzuki dl1000 motorcycles manufactured june 11, 2015, to july 15, 2015. the affected motorcycles have a wiring harness that may rub against the bottom of the fuel tank. vibration from riding may cause the wiring insulation to wear off, allowing a bare wire to short circuit against the fuel tank.
Safety Consequence
A short circuit may cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the motorcycles and reroute the wiring harnesses as necessary. any damaged harnesses will be repaired or replaced. this work will be performed free of charge. the recall began on january 29, 2016. owners may contact suzuki customer service number at 1-714-572-1490. suzuki's number for this recall is 2a53.
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FAQ: Recall 15V851000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V851000?
NHTSA recall 15V851000 was issued by Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc on December 18, 2015. It addresses: Wiring harness may rub and short. The recall affects approximately 2,410 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V851000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2A53. 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.