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DEFECT #1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Posted on: 2016-12-06
Description
Suzuki motor of america, inc. (suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 dl650 motorcycles manufactured august 30, 2011, to october 12, 2015. In the affected motorcycles, the alternator stator may have insufficient heat resistance, resulting in a short circuit of the stator wires.
Consequence
A short circuit of the stator wires may prevent the battery from properly charging, causing an engine stall and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stator, free of charge. The recall began on january 6, 2017. Owners may contact suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2a67.
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.