MYRModel Year Report

2005 Suzuki VL1500

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2005 Suzuki VL1500
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:52:48.168Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Suzuki VL1500 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 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 2005 2006: 0 complaints 2006 2007: 9 complaints 2008: 5 complaints 2008
2005: 13 complaints
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YearComplaints
19982
19991
20001
20013
20021
20031
20046
200513
20060
20079
20085

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.

INJURY
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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, 20071102

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. *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20050713

SUSPENSION

2 of 13 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing wheel bearing and hub.

WHEELS

1 of 13 total reports mentions: wheels.

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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, 20050627

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

2005 Suzuki VL1500 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 06V025000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.