2018 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
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2018
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2018: 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.
Service brakes
1 of 1 total report mentions: service brakes.
Show complaint excerpts
It appears there are complaints about this already but this first part for the brakes/stability management system aren't classified as a recall but instead they put it as a customer campaign.
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-09-23
Also filed under Power train and electronic stability control (esc)
Power train
1 of 1 total report mentions: power train.
Electronic stability control (esc)
1 of 1 total report mentions: electronic stability control (esc).
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2018-01-25Engine and engine cooling18V064000 Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2017-2018 GSX-R1000, GSX-R1000A, GSX-R1000RA, and GSX-R1000RZA motorcycles.
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Engine Control Module (ECM), and inspect and replace the drive chain and sprockets, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2018.
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2018-10-31Fuel system, gasoline18V694000 Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Suzuki DL650A, DL650XA, GSX-R1000, GSX-R1000R, and 2018 GSX-S750 motorcycles.
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump O-ring and the fuel tank inner vessel, free of charge. The recall began October 31, 2018. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934.
Buy-smart checklist
2018 Suzuki GSX-R1000 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 1 report on file for this year.
- Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
- Electronic stability control (esc): 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 18V064000 · Engine and engine cooling
- Recall 18V694000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 2018 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 2018 Suzuki GSX-R1000?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2018 Suzuki GSX-R1000 have?
- 2 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.