2008 Suzuki VZR1800
Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 1
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2008
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2008: 10 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2006 | 47 |
| 2007 | 85 |
| 2008 | 10 |
| 2009 | 1 |
| 2010 | 0 |
| 2011 | 1 |
| 2012 | 1 |
| 2013 | 0 |
| 2014 | 0 |
| 2015 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
9 of 10 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission and driveline.
Show complaint excerpts
I recently purchased a 2008 M109 and had no issues for the first 24 hours. However the next day at a stoplight experienced my first engine shudder from stopped to 1st gear that resulted in tire spin on rear tire and then stall.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-08-31
Also filed under Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Suzuki VZR1800. While driving 20 MPH and shifting from first to second gear, the gear independently shifted out of second gear into neutral. The failure recurred each time the vehicle was driven.
NHTSA ODI report, 2016-09-22
When riding my motorcycle it jumps out of 2ND gear at 2000-3000 RPM,s. I contacted the Suzuki corporation. I asked if they had a recall on this problem and they stated no.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-02-05
Engine
1 of 10 total reports mentions: engine.
Safety timeline
1 recall · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2015-07-21Seats15E053000 Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain Accessory Backrest Mounting Hardware kits, part numbers 990A0-75148 and 990A0-75148-BLK, manufactured March 1, 2012, to April 21, 2015.
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will correct the mounting hardware as needed, free of charge. The recall began on July 21, 2015. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-444-5077.
Buy-smart checklist
2008 Suzuki VZR1800 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 9 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 1 report on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 15E053000 · Seats
FAQ
- Is the 2008 Suzuki VZR1800 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 2008 Suzuki VZR1800?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 90% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Suzuki VZR1800 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.