MYRModel Year Report

2004 Suzuki VL800

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2004 Suzuki VL800
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:30:06.001Z

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, 2004 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
2004: 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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2004 SUZUKI C-50 MOTORCYCLE CRACKS IN THE FRONT WHEEL, THESE ARE NOT CASTING MARKINGS.7K MILES ON WHEEL DONT KNOW HOW LONG CRACKS HAVE BEEN THERE. *TR

NHTSA ODI report, 20110412

SEATS

1 of 3 total reports mentions: seats.

INJURY
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DT*: THE CONTACT STATED SINCE THE MOTORCYCLE WAS PURCHASED, IT WAS NOTICED THE SEAT WAS VERY UNCOMFORTABLE. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH ON NORMAL HIGHWAY, THE CONTACT DEVELOPED SEVERE BACK PAIN.

NHTSA ODI report, 20061211

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 3 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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DRIVING DOWN ROAD DOING ABOUT 25 MPH MOTORCYCLE STALLED WOULD NOT START AGAIN. CHECKED IGNITION FUSE AND FOUND IT TO BE BLOWN. REPLACED WITH NEW 15 AMP FUSE. TRIED TO START THE BIKE AGAIN AND THE FUSE BLEW RIGHT AWAY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20110531

SAFETY TIMELINE

No recalls on file for this model year.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2004 Suzuki VL800 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seats issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2004 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 2004 Suzuki VL800?

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

How many recalls does the 2004 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.