1998 Suzuki Intruder
Only 13 complaints 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 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 13
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
1998: 13 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1987 | 1 |
| 1991 | 1 |
| 1992 | 1 |
| 1993 | 2 |
| 1994 | 4 |
| 1995 | 5 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1997 | 3 |
| 1998 | 13 |
| 1999 | 14 |
| 2000 | 18 |
| 2001 | 14 |
| 2002 | 14 |
Known problem areas
Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Service brakes
8 of 13 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic and air.
Power train
4 of 13 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission.
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The manual transmission jumps out of 4TH gear under strong acceleration.t seems that there is a false neutral between 4TH and 5TH gear.this is extremly dangerous while accelerating and trying to pass a vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-07-01
Suspension
1 of 13 total reports mentions: suspension.
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1998 Suzuki 1500 Intruder lc ball bearings locked the engine at a slow speed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-08-24
Fuel system, gasoline
1 of 13 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.
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Fuel leaks onto the engine compartment. Consumer is concerned that the motorcycle will catch on fire. *ak gas tanl rotted on the bottom of tank. Motorcycle was only six years old and garage kept. This should not have happened.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-03-21
Equipment
1 of 13 total reports mentions: equipment, most commonly citing lines and fittings.
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The propane fule line going to t furnance and water devoleped a hole and caused the flames to full the coach.
NHTSA ODI report, 2001-03-30
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
1998 Suzuki Intruder — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Service brakes: 8 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 1998 Suzuki Intruder 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 1998 Suzuki Intruder?
- The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 62% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 1998 Suzuki Intruder have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.