2000 Suzuki Intruder
Only 18 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 18 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 18
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2000: 18 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 18 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
10 of 18 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission and clutch assembly.
Show complaint excerpts
While riding my 2000 Suzuki vl 1500 lc motorcycle, it has on several occasions slipped out of gear into a "False" Neutral. This has happened in both 4TH and 5TH gear. Usually under a load, like pulling up a hill or with a passenger or both.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-06-20
Purchased 2000 Suzuki Intruder VL1500 in May 2002 with 7000 miles on bike. Problem began to show up almost immediately.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-06-19
Purchased bike in May 2002 and problem was happening at that time as well as since then. After shifting into 4TH (And sometimes 5TH) gear, transmission will "Pop" Out of gear into a "Phantom neutral" Condition.
NHTSA ODI report, 2003-06-19
Fuel system, gasoline
3 of 18 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly and storage.
Service brakes
2 of 18 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.
Vehicle speed control
1 of 18 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 18 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
Show complaint excerpts
Gas tank leaks. Underneath the gas tank. Very dangerous!
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-12-08
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2000 Suzuki Intruder — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Fuel system, gasoline: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Service brakes: 2 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2000 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 2000 Suzuki Intruder?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 56% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2000 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.