MYRModel Year Report

1998 Suzuki VL1500

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1998 Suzuki VL1500
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:38:05.129Z

Only 2 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 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Suzuki VL1500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1998 highlighted. 1998: 2 complaints 1998 1999: 1 complaints 2000: 1 complaints 2000 2001: 3 complaints 2002: 1 complaints 2002 2003: 1 complaints 2004: 6 complaints 2004 2005: 13 complaints 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 9 complaints 2008: 5 complaints 2008
1998: 2 complaints
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YearComplaints
19982
19991
20001
20013
20021
20031
20046
200513
20060
20079
20085

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

POWER TRAIN

1 of 2 total reports mentions: power train.

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WHEN THE ENGINE OVERHEATS, WHICH CAN HAPPEN QUICKLY ON A HOT DAY IN TRAFFIC, THE FLUID IN THE CLUTCH LINE BOILS AND LEADS TO A TOTAL LOSS OF ABILITY TO DISENGAGE THE CLUTCH. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20100320

FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel system, other.

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DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THERE IS A NHTSA RECALL, #06V025000, ON THE VEHICLE REGARDING THE FUEL TANK ASSEMBLY. THE PARTS NEEDED TO REPAIR THEIR VEHICLE ARE NOT AVAILABLE AT THEIR LOCAL DEALERSHIP.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060208

SAFETY TIMELINE

I 20050615 — PE (closed 20060201)

FUEL LEAK

R 20060203 — fuel system, gasoline

ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, STRESS AROUND THE RIGHT FRONT FUEL TANK MOUNTING POINT CAN CAUSE HAIRLINE FATIGUE CRACKS TO FORM. THIS CAN RESULT IN A FUEL LEAK.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL TANK AND INSTALL IMPROVED CUSHIONS THAT MOUNT AND SUPPORT THE FUEL TANK. ANY FUEL TANKS THAT ARE FOUND TO HAVE A CRACK WILL BE REPLACED. IF A TANK IS FOUND TO HAVE A CR

Campaign 06V025000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1998 Suzuki VL1500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, other issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06V025000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 1998 Suzuki VL1500 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 VL1500?

The most-reported component is power train:manual transmission, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1998 Suzuki VL1500 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.