Safety Recall NHTSA · 99V132000 Reported May 20, 1999

Suzuki/cam chain tension adjuster

Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc · Engine And Engine Cooling · 7,828 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
99V132000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc
Component
Engine And Engine Cooling
Vehicles Affected
7,828
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 20, 1999

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: motorcycles. the cam chain tension adjuster does not provide consistent tension to the cam chain in the engine causing abnormal engine sounds.

Safety Consequence

This could lead to cam chain breakage or over severe engine damage. it could also cause sudden engine failure.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the original cam chain tension adjuster and upper cam chain guide no. 2 with a revised cam chain tension adjuster and upper cam chain guide no. 2. the dealer will inspect and may replace other engine components which may have been damaged because of cam chain tension adjuster failure.

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 99V132000 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 99V132000

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

What is recall 99V132000?

NHTSA recall 99V132000 was issued by Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc on May 20, 1999. It addresses: Suzuki/cam chain tension adjuster. The recall affects approximately 7,828 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99V132000 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.