1997 Suzuki Suzuki Motorcycle

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1997 Suzuki Suzuki Motorcycle
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:52:38.952Z

Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

Complaints
5

Too few to rank

Recalls
0

None on file

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1995: 6 complaints 1995 1996: 5 complaints 1997: 5 complaints 1997 5 1998: 4 complaints 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 16 complaints 2001: 4 complaints 2001 2002: 24 complaints 2003: 24 complaints 2003
1995: 6 complaints 1995 1996: 5 complaints 1996 1997: 5 complaints 1997 5 1998: 4 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 16 complaints 2000 2001: 4 complaints 2001 2002: 24 complaints 2002 2003: 24 complaints 2003
1995: 6 complaints 1995 1996: 5 complaints 1996 1997: 5 complaints 1997 5 1998: 4 complaints 1998 1999: 6 complaints 1999 2000: 16 complaints 2000 2001: 4 complaints 2001 2002: 24 complaints 2002 2003: 24 complaints 2003

1997: 5 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
19956
19965
19975
19984
19996
200016
20014
200224
200324

Known problem areas

Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Suspension

2 of 5 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing rear and front.

Fuel system, gasoline

2 of 5 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly.

Show complaint excerpts

NHTSA campaign id number : 98V133000. Vehicle repair was implemented upon your recall in 1998. No evidence of gasket failure existed at that time.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-10-05

Engine and engine cooling

2 of 5 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing gasoline and cooling system.

Show complaint excerpts

Clutch assembly slips. In addition, electronic control module fails, causing vehicle to stall/stumble. Also water pump leak/oil leak.

NHTSA ODI report, 1997-09-04

Also filed under Power train and electrical system

Tires

1 of 5 total reports mentions: tires.

Power train

1 of 5 total reports mentions: power train, most commonly citing clutch assembly.

Safety timeline

No recalls on file for this model year.

0 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    1998-05-19Preliminary evaluationClosed 1998-06-23 Fuel tank leak

Buy-smart checklist

1997 Suzuki Suzuki Motorcycle — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Suspension: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, gasoline: 2 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 2 reports on file for this year.

FAQ

Is the 1997 Suzuki Suzuki Motorcycle 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 1997 Suzuki Suzuki Motorcycle?
The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1997 Suzuki Suzuki Motorcycle 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.