2007 Suzuki GSX-R600
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 1 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2004 | 2 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2006 | 38 |
| 2007 | 44 |
| 2008 | 5 |
| 2009 | 1 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 0 |
| 2013 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Percentages can add to more than 100% -- a complaint can name more than one system.
52% of complaints: electrical system — 23 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing switch and ignition.
CRASH FIRE INJURYShow complaint excerpts
RECTIFIER AND STATOR PROBLEM. RIDING DOWN THE ROAD THE BIKE COMPLETELY TURNS OFF. PULLED INTO A PARKING LOT AND SMELL SMOKE. I LOOK AT THE RECTIFIER AND IT IS EXTREMELY HOT WITH A SMALL EMBER BURNING ON THE BACK OF IT. BIKE WILL NOT TURN ON ANYMORE.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190828
WHILE RIDING MY MOTORCYCLE LAST JUNE I TURNED ON THE BRIGHTS BECAUSE I WAS GOING THROUGH A DEER HEAVY NEIGHBORHOOD. AT 35 MPH MY BIKE LOST ALL POWER AND BIKE SHUT OFF. I PUSHED IT TO A FRIENDS HOUSE AND NOTICED A FUSE WAS BLOWN.
NHTSA ODI report, 20140228
THIS IS THE 3RD TIME MY VOLTAGE REGULATOR/RECTIFIER HAS GONE OUT. GONE TROUGH 6 BATTERIES IN PAST 10 MONTHS. BIKE STALLED UNEXPECTEDLY FELL OVER AND PINNED MY LEG AGAINST MY RIDING FRIENDS BIKE SCRATCHED MOTOR AND THEN HAD TO BE TOWED HOME. *TR
NHTSA ODI report, 20120512
Also filed under ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
25% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 11 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing fuel injection system and fuel rail.
CRASH INJURY9% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing cables.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
INABILITY TO SMOOTHLY DECELERATE OR HOLD A NEUTRAL THROTTLE SETTING. INTERMITTENT, ABRUPT OPENING/CLOSING OF THE THROTTLE CAUSES RAPID ACCELERATION/DECELERATION.
NHTSA ODI report, 20080321
9% of complaints: engine and engine cooling — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing engine.
7% of complaints: power train — 3 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing manual transmission.
SAFETY TIMELINE
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, corrosio
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 camp
Campaign 13V449000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 Suzuki GSX-R600 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (23 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (11 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (4 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 13V449000 (service brakes) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2007 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 2007 Suzuki GSX-R600?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 52% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Suzuki GSX-R600 have?
1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.