1999 Suzuki GSX1300R Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1999 Suzuki GSX1300R. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 00V319000Oct 11, 20008,511 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling › Engine
  Covers: Suzuki GSX1300R 1999–2000

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: on certain motorcycles, the spring in the cam chain tension adjuster can break. Excessive slack will develop in the cam chain, allowing the chain to jump to the wrong position on the cam shaft sprockets.

  Possible consequence: Severe engine damage could occur, causing sudden engine failure.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the original cam chain tension adjuster, or the first generation recall tension adjuster, with a new oil-damped ratchet-type cam chain tension adjuster. Dealers will also install a new tension adjuster oil supply hose and a new cam chain guide.

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• 99V270000Oct 12, 19992,670 vehicles potentially affected
  Engine and engine cooling › Engine
  Covers: Suzuki GSX1300R 1999, Hayabusa 1999

  Reported issue: Vehicle description: motorcycles. The spring in the cam chain tension adjuster can break allowing the cam chain to jump to the wrong position on the cam shaft sprockets. If the chain jumps to the wrong position, severe engine damage could occur causing sudden engine failure.

  Possible consequence: Sudden engine failure could cause the rear wheel to lockup, disturbing the rider's ability to control the motorcycle.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the original cam chain tension adjuster with a revised cam chain tension adjuster.

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NHTSA investigations

• PE99062Motorcycle stallingClosed · Oct 5, 1999

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