2003 Suzuki VL1500

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2003 Suzuki VL1500
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:38:05.999Z

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

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

1 of 1 total report mentions: suspension.

Show complaint excerpts

12003 SUZUKI 1500 : CONSUMER IS EXPERIENCING A BAD SHAKING VIBRATION IN THE HANDLE BARS WHEN DECELERATING FROM 40 TO 25 MPH.***NO ANSWER REQUIRED***. *MR SLOWING DOWN AND USING THE TURN SIGNAL COULD RESULT IN AN ACCIDENT.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050518

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

2003 Suzuki VL1500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06V025000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2003 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 2003 Suzuki VL1500?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 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.