2014 SUZUKI GSX-R1000 Recall

Campaign:

14V629000 on 10/06/2014

Component:

Power train:manual transmission

Manufactured:

06/20/2013 - 05/27/2014

Affected:

23,073

Defect:

Suzuki motor of america, inc. (suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 gsx-r750 and 2009-2014 gsx-r1000 motorcycles. if a gear is missed while upshifting, the strain applied to the drive chain after the next shift may cause the rear axle to move, damaging the left-side drive chain adjuster.

Consequence:

If the drive chain adjuster gets damaged, the drive chain may come off, removing power to the rear wheel, and increasing the risk of a crash.

Correction:

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left-side chain adjuster with an improved part. the recall began on october 17, 2014. owners may contact suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. suzuki's numbers for this recall are 2a40, 2a41, 2a42 and 2a43.

Notes:

Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

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