MYRModel Year Report

2006 Suzuki VL800

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2006 Suzuki VL800
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:30:09.583Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Suzuki VL800 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2006 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
2006: 7 complaints
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YearComplaints
20033
20043
20059
20067
20072
20083
20094
20100

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

2 of 7 total reports mention: fuel system, gasoline.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2 of 7 total reports mention: electrical system.

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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. *NM

NHTSA ODI report, 20051228

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. *JB

NHTSA ODI report, 20051114

WHEELS

1 of 7 total reports mentions: wheels.

SUSPENSION

1 of 7 total reports mentions: suspension.

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

1 of 7 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.

CRASH INJURY
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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, 20061018

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

2006 Suzuki VL800 — pre-purchase inspection

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

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:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2006 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.