2005 Suzuki VL1500
Only 13 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 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 13
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2005
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2005: 13 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 2 |
| 1999 | 1 |
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2001 | 3 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2003 | 1 |
| 2004 | 6 |
| 2005 | 13 |
| 2006 | 0 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 5 |
Known problem areas
Only 13 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel system, gasoline
4 of 13 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing tank assembly and filler pipe and cap.
Electrical system
4 of 13 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing 12v/24v/48v battery.
Structure
2 of 13 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing kickstand/center stand.
Show complaint excerpts
2005 VL1500 boulevard has fallen from the kick stand. Consumer states that he was informed by a mechanic that the kick stand does not go forward enough to hold the bike on an incline.
NHTSA ODI report, 2007-11-02
Dt: Suzuki 2005 blvd. C90t -touring motorcycle. The problem is with the kick stand. When the consumer put the kick stand down it will not lock and the bike will fall over.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-07-13
Suspension
2 of 13 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing wheel bearing and hub.
Wheels
1 of 13 total reports mentions: wheels.
Show complaint excerpts
Dt: a 2005 Suzuki VL800. Consumer states that the rear wheel has spokes, and where the spokes tie into the metal of the wheels it is cracking.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-06-27
Safety timeline
1 recall · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2005-06-15Preliminary evaluationClosed 2006-02-01 Fuel leak
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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…
Buy-smart checklist
2005 Suzuki VL1500 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel system, gasoline: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Structure: 2 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 06V025000 · Fuel system, gasoline
FAQ
- Is the 2005 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 2005 Suzuki VL1500?
- The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 31% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2005 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.