Safety Recall NHTSA · 79V225000 Reported October 10, 1979

Power train:driveline (indicator forward or revers

Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc · Power Train · 9,524 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
79V225000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
9,524
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 10, 1979

Defect Summary

There is a possibility that one or more bolts which transmit the power from the final drive gear case to the rear wheel could break if the retaining nuts should loosen and the motorcycle is subjected to severe usage. Should this happen, the broken portion of the bolt could lodge between the final drive gear case and the rear wheel, causing abnormal noise, cosmetic damage to the wheel and gear case, and possible rear wheel lock-up at low speed.

Corrective Action

The dealer will replace the drive joint assembly with a modified assembly, at no cost to owner.

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 79V225000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 79V225000

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

What is recall 79V225000?

NHTSA recall 79V225000 was issued by Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc on October 10, 1979. It addresses: Power train:driveline (indicator forward or revers. The recall affects approximately 9,524 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 79V225000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.