Suzuki Vzr1800 recalled over injury risk

Recall date

June 23, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Suzuki Motor USA, LLC recalls 2006–2015 Suzuki Vzr1800, Backrest Mounting Kit

Recall number

15E053000

Brand / firm

Suzuki

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 308 units

Why it was recalled

If the backrest is installed with bolts that are too long, the mounting bolts may contact the rear tire, causing a loss of control and increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain Accessory Backrest Mounting Hardware kits, part numbers 990A0-75148 and 990A0-75148-BLK, manufactured March 1, 2012, to April 21, 2015. The affected hardware kits are for installing accessory backrests on 2006-2015 Suzuki VZR1800 (Boulevard M109R) motorcycles. The mounting hardware kits may include four 110mm bolts instead of two 75mm bolts and two 95mm bolts.

What to do

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will correct the mounting hardware as needed, free of charge. The recall began on July 21, 2015. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-444-5077.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.