2003 Suzuki VL800
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.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2003: 3 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2003 | 3 |
| 2004 | 3 |
| 2005 | 9 |
| 2006 | 7 |
| 2007 | 2 |
| 2008 | 3 |
| 2009 | 4 |
| 2010 | 0 |
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, 2008-10-29
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, 2006-06-05
Engine and engine cooling
1 of 3 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine.
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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, 2011-06-09
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2003 Suzuki VL800 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 1 report on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 1 report on file for this year.
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 2026-10-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.