2009 Suzuki GSX-R1000
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2009
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2009: 1 complaint
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 24 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 1 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 0 |
| 2013 | 1 |
| 2014 | 1 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2017 | 4 |
| 2018 | 1 |
| 2021 | 2 |
Known problem areas
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Electrical system
1 of 1 total report mentions: electrical system.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Suzuki gsx-r 1000. The contact stated that the regulator failed and caused the battery to charge incorrectly. The motorcycle could no longer be taken on long drives.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-07-31
Safety timeline
3 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2012-06-07Equipment12V231000 Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2012 GSX-R1000 motorcycles. Due to loose bolts the side stand interlock switch may fail.
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and Suzuki dealers will replace the side stand interlock switch bolts, free of charge. The safety recall began on June 7, 2012. Owners may contact Suzuki at…
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2013-11-18Service brakes13V449000 Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2013 GSX-R600 and GSX-R750, and model year 2005-2013 GSX-R1000 motorcycles. In combination with older brake fluid…
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2013. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-572-1490. Suzuki's…
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2014-10-17Power train14V629000 Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 GSX-R750 and 2009-2014 GSX-R1000 motorcycles.
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left-side chain adjuster with an improved part. The recall began on October 17, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490.
Buy-smart checklist
2009 Suzuki GSX-R1000 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 12V231000 · Equipment
- Recall 13V449000 · Service brakes
- Recall 14V629000 · Power train
FAQ
- Is the 2009 Suzuki GSX-R1000 reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2009 Suzuki GSX-R1000?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2009 Suzuki GSX-R1000 have?
- 3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.