2002 Suzuki Intruder

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2002 Suzuki Intruder
RENDERED 2026-09-17T04:42:17.531Z

Only 14 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 14 complaints 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 Intruder Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2002 highlighted. 1987: 1 complaints 1987 1991: 1 complaints 1992: 1 complaints 1992 1993: 2 complaints 1994: 4 complaints 1994 1995: 5 complaints 1996: 7 complaints 1996 1997: 3 complaints 1998: 13 complaints 1998 1999: 14 complaints 2000: 18 complaints 2000 2001: 14 complaints 2002: 14 complaints 2002
2002: 14 complaints
View as data table
YearComplaints
19871
19911
19921
19932
19944
19955
19967
19973
199813
199914
200018
200114
200214

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 14 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

5 of 14 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission and clutch assembly.

Show complaint excerpts

THE HYDRAULIC CLUTCH MALFUNCTIONED WHEN THE BIKE BECAME HOT. THE OWNER TOOK THE BIKE TO THE DEALER WHO SAID "WHAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED WAS NORMAL". HOWEVER, WHEN THE BIKE HEATED UP, THE GEARS BECAME STUCK AND THE CLUTCH DID NOT DISENGAGE. *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20031024

THE HYDRAULIC CLUTCH MALFUNCTIONED WHEN THE BIKE BECAME HOT. THE OWNER TOOK THE BIKE TO THE DEALER WHO SAID "WHAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED WAS NORMAL". HOWEVER, WHEN THE BIKE HEATED UP, THE GEARS BECAME STUCK AND THE CLUTCH DID NOT DISENGAGE. *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20031024

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

4 of 14 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.

SERVICE BRAKES

2 of 14 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 14 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator.

Show complaint excerpts

STATOR AND RECTIFYER WENT ON NY 2002 SUZUKI 1500 INTRUDER. I AM READING THAT THIS IS A HUGE PROBLEM FOR THIS MODEL. IT CAUSED ME TO LOSE POWER WHILE DRIVING. THIS IS IN NEED OF A RECALL. *TT

NHTSA ODI report, 20140415

Also filed under FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

1 of 14 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 Suzuki Intruder — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (2 reports on file for this year).

FAQ

Is the 2002 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 2002 Suzuki Intruder?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 36% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 Suzuki Intruder have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.