2012 Suzuki GSX1300R
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
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2012
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2012: 1 complaint
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 11 |
| 2000 | 11 |
| 2001 | 0 |
| 2002 | 0 |
| 2003 | 0 |
| 2004 | 0 |
| 2005 | 1 |
| 2006 | 4 |
| 2007 | 0 |
| 2008 | 7 |
| 2009 | 0 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 0 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2022 | 2 |
| 2023 | 1 |
| 2024 | 0 |
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
The rectifier/stator does not maintain a charge on the battery. The bike has gone dead while riding in traffic on the highway. After 20 minutes the bike started by rolling down hill.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-05-09
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2016-02-19Electrical system16V018000 Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the regulator/rectifier, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 4, 2016. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-444-5077.
Buy-smart checklist
2012 Suzuki GSX1300R — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Electrical system: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 16V018000 · Electrical system
FAQ
- Is the 2012 Suzuki GSX1300R 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 2012 Suzuki GSX1300R?
- The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2012 Suzuki GSX1300R have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.