MYRModel Year Report

1997 Suzuki GSX-R600

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1997 Suzuki GSX-R600
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:22:59.739Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Suzuki GSX-R600 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1997 highlighted. 1997: 1 complaints 1997 2002: 1 complaints 2004: 2 complaints 2004 2005: 5 complaints 2006: 38 complaints 2006 2007: 44 complaints 2008: 5 complaints 2008 2009: 1 complaints 2010: 0 complaints 2010 2011: 0 complaints 2012: 0 complaints 2012 2013: 1 complaints 2013
1997: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
19971
20021
20042
20055
200638
200744
20085
20091
20100
20110
20120
20131

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

STEERING

1 of 1 total report mentions: steering.

CRASH
Show complaint excerpts

WHEN DRIVING OVER A BUMP THE STEERING STARTED SHAKING. OWNER LOST CONTROL OF VEHICLE, RESULTING IN AN ACCIDENT. PLEASE PROVIDE DETAILS. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 19990217

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 19980629 — fuel system, gasoline

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. THE GASKET BETWEEN THE FUEL TANK AND THE FUEL PUMP MOUNTING PLATE CAN LOSE ITS ABILITY TO PROVIDE A TIGHT SEAL, ALLOWING FUEL TO DRIP FROM THE GASKET.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REDESIGNED FUEL PUMP GASKET ON THESE MOTORCYCLES.

Campaign 98V133000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1997 Suzuki GSX-R600 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 98V133000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1997 Suzuki GSX-R600 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 1997 Suzuki GSX-R600?

The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1997 Suzuki GSX-R600 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.