Defect Description For Recall
Vehicle Description: Motorcycles. Front Wheel Movement And Rapid Side-To-Side Handlebar Movement Can Occur When The Front Wheel Is Lightly Loaded And Hits A Bump.
Make Of Vehicle
SUZUKI
Model Of Vehicle
TL1000SV
Year
1997
Recall Campaign Number
97V093000
Component Description
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
Effect Of Defect
This Movement Can Reduce The Driver’S Ability To Control The Motorcycle Resulting In A Loss Of Control And A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Install A Steering Damper Kit On These Vehicles Which Is Designed To Reduce Front Wheel Oscillation And Eliminate Side-To-Side Handlebar Movement.
Vehicle Manufacturer
American Suzuki Motor Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
19970601
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
2935
Date Owners Notified
19970606
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Suzuki Motor Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
19970611