Investigation PE05031: 1998–2006 Suzuki VL1500

Status

CLOSED

Opened

Jun 15, 2005

Closed

Feb 1, 2006

Model years

1998–2006

Subject

FUEL LEAK

Component: Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly

Summary

Odi opened this pe after receiving fuel tank leak allegations from eight owners.subsequently, we met with both complaint motorcycle owners and owners of motorcycles which had not leaked fuel and inspected their motorcycles. We also discussed the matter with suzuki authorized dealership personnel, requested and reviewed information from suzuki, and discussed this matter with company representatives on 11-3-05. Suzuki has decided to recall the subject motorcycles to correct the fuel leak issue.with suzuki's action, this matter is concluded and the investigation closed.a copy of suzuki's recall is attached.

An NHTSA investigation looks into whether a safety defect exists. Opening one is not a finding. Outcomes can include a recall, closure without action, or further inquiry.

Model years covered

• 2005 Suzuki VL150013 complaints
• 2004 Suzuki VL15006 complaints