Poor battery ground conductivity
Defect Summary
Suzuki motor of america, inc. (suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2014 suzuki dl1000 motorcycles manufactured january 17, 2014 to june 5, 2014, and 2015 suzuki dl1000 motorcycles manufactured november 5, 2014, to february 6, 2015. due to corrosion or being attached to the painted engine case, the battery ground connection may have poor electrical conductivity.
Safety Consequence
As a result of the poor conductivity, the engine may stall and be unable to be restarted, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the battery ground connection to an unpainted surface and replace the ground wire protector with a high-heat resistance tube, free of charge. the recall began on january 29, 2016. owners may contact suzuki customer service number at 1-714-996-7040. suzuki's number for this recall is 2a53.
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FAQ: Recall 15V853000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V853000?
NHTSA recall 15V853000 was issued by Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc on December 18, 2015. It addresses: Poor battery ground conductivity. The recall affects approximately 2,404 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 15V853000 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.