2014 Suzuki DL1000 Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 5about this part
- Share
- 63%of 8 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 1,300miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the fuel system of the 2014 Suzuki DL1000, 63% of the 8 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 1,300 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Motorcycle stalls when engaging throttle. The motorcycle can be in neutral and it still stalls engaging throttle. Happened ~ 5 time withint 2000 miles. Its a safety concern because cars behind me have to wait until I restart the motorcycle. It is not a clutch problem because it happens in neutral also.”
NHTSA complaint #10924660, filed 2016-11, 2,000 miles“Ever since this vehicle was purchased and then after the first oil change the motor developed a knock. The fueling is erratic at times meaning it hiccups or surges and has stalled while in motion. I brought this up to the dealer and to Suzuki in november of 2015. I also found on a Suzuki forum dedicated to this particular model that others were experiencing the same issues. I took the bike to the dealer and nothing was remedied. I spoke with Suzuki corporate and they acknowledged that some models were experiencing a knock due to an intolerance but that it wouldn't affect reliability. …”
NHTSA complaint #10945402, filed 2017-01, 600 miles“The motorcycle will stall at odd intervals. It will also backfire thru the airbox. At low speed, it is difficult to control the throttle. It is especially bad when the engine hasn't warmed up fully and its cold outside. I have come very close to dropping the bike when it stalls unexpectedly. It has stalled several times after accelerating from a stop. It has also stalled several times when hot and slowing down on the highway.”
NHTSA complaint #10970035, filed 2017-04, 12,000 miles“Engine would cut off randomly, approximately once every 300 or 400 miles of riding. Always would start right back up. Only happened to me while not moving, but probably wouldn't notice problem if moving, unless under low power or slipping the clutch, ie, low speed maneuvering. Sometimes cold engine, sometimes fully warmed up. Suzuki replaced ecu (with part # ending in ...j12) under warranty to correct the problem. Have not had that problem since, but now when engine is warming up and driving away, engine will puff with a brief loss of power, usually while turning out onto the street. …”
NHTSA complaint #10948972, filed 2017-02, 500 miles“2014 Suzuki DL1000. Consumer writes in regards to motorcycle ecu unit which includes fueling issues that causes low RPM throttle controls/ response and stalling vibrations and noises.”
NHTSA complaint #10859757, filed 2018-03Related service bulletins
- 11016217Mar 31, 2025Customer reminder of open customer satisfaction campaign
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 5 | 63% |
Other parts of the 2014 Suzuki DL1000
3 complaintsElectrical system
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2014 Suzuki DL1000
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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