1997 Suzuki Suzuki Motorcycle
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
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
1997: 5 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1995 | 6 |
| 1996 | 5 |
| 1997 | 5 |
| 1998 | 4 |
| 1999 | 6 |
| 2000 | 16 |
| 2001 | 4 |
| 2002 | 24 |
| 2003 | 24 |
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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1998-05-19Preliminary evaluationClosed 1998-06-23 Fuel tank leak
Buy-smart checklist
1997 Suzuki Suzuki Motorcycle — pre-purchase inspection
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- 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.