Safety Recall NHTSA · 16V808000 Reported November 7, 2016

Brake light switch corrosion causing short circuit

Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc · Electrical System · 1,890 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
16V808000
Manufacturer Campaign
2A66
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
1,890
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
November 7, 2016
Completion Rate
49.44

Defect Summary

Suzuki motor of america, inc. (suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2013, 2015, and 2017 gw250 motorcycles. water may enter the main wiring harness at the rear brake light switch connectors, possibly corroding the brake light switch.

Safety Consequence

The corrosion may cause an electrical short and the loss of the head light, tail light and brake lights, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will install an improved brake light switch assembly, and install a water protection cover, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on november 28, 2016. owners may contact suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. suzuki's number for this recall is 2a66.

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 16V808000 or campaign 2A66.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 16V808000

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

What is recall 16V808000?

NHTSA recall 16V808000 was issued by Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc on November 7, 2016. It addresses: Brake light switch corrosion causing short circuit. The recall affects approximately 1,890 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 16V808000 or the manufacturer campaign number 2A66. 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.