2006 Suzuki VL800
Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 7
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2006
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2006: 7 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 7 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Fuel system, gasoline
4 of 7 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline, most commonly citing filler pipe and cap and delivery.
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Unintended sudden acceleration - Suzuki 2006 C50 motorcycle driving new motorcycle and approaching road closure barrier, rider experienced sudden unintended acceleration and to avoid a head-on collision braked and dropped cycle on left side sliding...
NHTSA ODI report, 2006-10-18
Electrical system
2 of 7 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing ignition.
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2006 Suzuki VL800 motorcycles ignition failed to start motorcycle. I contacted Suzuki of north america with no sucess. The manufaturer failed to provide any help. Motorcycle ignition system unreliable.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-12-28
2006 Suzuki Motorcycle model C50T failure to start, leaving rider disabled on the highway, all fuses where check according t owners manual, Suzuki failed to provide dealer with technical. Dealer cannot resolve start problem.
NHTSA ODI report, 2005-11-14
Wheels
1 of 7 total reports mentions: wheels, most commonly citing hub.
Suspension
1 of 7 total reports mentions: suspension, most commonly citing rear.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2006-01-06Electrical system05V566000 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…
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…
Buy-smart checklist
2006 Suzuki VL800 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Fuel system, gasoline: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 2 reports on file for this year.
- Wheels: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 05V566000 · Electrical system
FAQ
- Is the 2006 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 2006 Suzuki VL800?
- The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline, accounting for 57% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2006 Suzuki VL800 have?
- 1 recall on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.