4 recalls across 7 model years
The Suzuki DL650 has 4 recalls covering 2012 through 2018 model years, with the most serious being a fuel pump O-ring on 2017-2018 models that can be installed twisted, reducing its seal and allowing fuel to leak near potential ignition sources, raising the risk of fire.
The 2012-2014 model years share a separate engine concern where contamination and manufacturing variation can cause the tappet and camshaft to wear excessively, eventually stalling the engine while riding. A related engine stall risk affects 2012-2016 models through a different path: the alternator stator can lack sufficient heat resistance, short-circuit its own wiring, and leave the battery unable to charge, again leading to an unexpected stall. On 2012 models only, the brake light switch mounted to the hand lever can fail, preventing the brake light from activating and reducing visibility to following traffic.
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