MYRModel Year Report

1998 Suzuki VL1500

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1998 Suzuki VL1500
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:43:06.279Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
2

Too few to rank

Recalls
1

Campaigns on file for 1998

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Not enough data

Complaints per year

1998: 2 complaints 1998 2 1999: 1 complaint 2000: 1 complaint 2000 2001: 3 complaints 2002: 1 complaint 2002 2003: 1 complaint 2004: 6 complaints 2004 2005: 13 complaints 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 9 complaints 2008: 5 complaints 2008
1998: 2 complaints 1998 2 1999: 1 complaint 1999 2000: 1 complaint 2000 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 1 complaint 2002 2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 6 complaints 2004 2005: 13 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 9 complaints 2007 2008: 5 complaints 2008
1998: 2 complaints 1998 2 1999: 1 complaint 1999 2000: 1 complaint 2000 2001: 3 complaints 2001 2002: 1 complaint 2002 2003: 1 complaint 2003 2004: 6 complaints 2004 2005: 13 complaints 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 9 complaints 2007 2008: 5 complaints 2008

1998: 2 complaints

View as data table
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, most commonly citing manual transmission.

Show complaint excerpts

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-03-20

Fuel system, other

1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel system, other, most commonly citing tank assembly.

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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, 2006-02-08

Safety timeline

1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first

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  1. I
    2005-06-15Preliminary evaluationClosed 2006-02-01 Fuel leak
  2. R
    2006-02-03Fuel system, gasoline06V025000 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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1998 Suzuki VL1500 — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 1 report on file for this year.
  • Fuel system, other: 1 report on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 06V025000 · Fuel system, gasoline
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, 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 2026-10-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.