MYRModel Year Report

2003 Suzuki VL800

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2003 Suzuki VL800
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:30:07.191Z

Only 3 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 3 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 VL800 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 2003: 3 complaints 2003 2004: 3 complaints 2004 2005: 9 complaints 2005 2006: 7 complaints 2006 2007: 2 complaints 2007 2008: 3 complaints 2008 2009: 4 complaints 2009 2010: 0 complaints 2010
2003: 3 complaints
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YearComplaints
20033
20043
20059
20067
20072
20083
20094
20100

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 3 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

WHEELS

1 of 3 total reports mentions: wheels.

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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 SUZUKI VL800. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE CONTACT HEARD A NOISE AND PARKED THE MOTORCYCLE. HE NOTICED THE SPOKES IN THE REAR WHEELS WERE BROKEN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20081029

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

1 of 3 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.

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DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE LIGHT BAR ON THE MOTORCYCLE THAT HOLDS THE DRIVING AND BLINKER LIGHTS FRACTURED AND WAS REPLACED. AFTERWARDS, THE BAR FRACTURED AGAIN. THE DEALER DETERMINED THE MOTORCYCLE WAS NO LONGER UNDER WARRANTY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060605

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 SUZUKI VALUSIA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THE SPEED INCREASED TO 70 MPH, THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SPUTTER.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110609

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 Suzuki VL800 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 Suzuki VL800 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 VL800?

The most-reported component is wheels, accounting for 33% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 Suzuki VL800 have?

No recalls are on file for this model year.

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