MYRModel Year Report

2005 Suzuki VL800

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2005 Suzuki VL800
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:30:11.231Z

Only 9 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 9 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Suzuki VL800 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 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
2005: 9 complaints
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YearComplaints
20033
20043
20059
20067
20072
20083
20094
20100

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 9 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 9 total reports mention: electrical system.

CRASH FIRE
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI VL800. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START. THE WIRING HARNESS MELTED AND WAS REPLACED BY THE DEALER AT THE COST OF $800.

NHTSA ODI report, 20081119

A GENUINE SUZUKI TACHOMETER CAUSES THE SUZUKI C50 BOULEVARD MOTORCYCLE TO STALL AND QUIT AFTER 20-30 MINUTES OF NORMAL OPERATION. THE TACHOMETER PART NUMBER IS 990A0-72001. SUZUKI IS AWARE OF THIS BUT HAS NOT ISSUED A SAFETY RECALL NOTICE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060330

BIKE LOST ALL POWER, NO LIGHTS NOTHING AND WON'T START.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190718

WHEELS

2 of 9 total reports mention: wheels.

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MY 2005 SUZUKI C50 MOTORCYCLE HAS DEVELOPED CRACKS IN THE FRONT AND REAR HUBS OF THE WHEELS. THE MOTORCYCLE HAS LESS THAN 500 MILES ON IT AND IS STILL UNDER WARRANTY.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060210

SUSPENSION

1 of 9 total reports mentions: suspension.

STRUCTURE

1 of 9 total reports mentions: structure.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

1 of 9 total reports mentions: exterior lighting.

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BIKE LOST ALL POWER, NO LIGHTS NOTHING AND WON'T START.

NHTSA ODI report, 20190718

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20060106 — electrical system

ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE IGNITION SWITCH WIRING HARNESS MAY HAVE BEEN IMPROPERLY ROUTED AT THE TIME OF PRODUCTION. IF THE WIRING HARNESS IS NOT ROUTED PROPERLY, IT CAN RUB AGAINST THE CLUTCH CABLE

Remedy: DEALERS WILL RE-ROUTE THE IGNITION SWITCH WIRING HARNESS AND REPLACE THE LOCK SET INCLUDING THE IGNITION SWITCH ALONG WITH THE CLUTCH CABLE/THROTTLE CABLE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY

Campaign 05V566000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2005 Suzuki VL800 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for wheels issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 05V566000 (electrical system) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2005 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 2005 Suzuki VL800?

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

How many recalls does the 2005 Suzuki VL800 have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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