NHTSA (USA)High Risk
At a glance
What can fail
The alternator stator may not withstand high heat, causing the wires inside to short circuit.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the stator at no cost to you.
The 2012 Suzuki DL650 has 3 recalls, the most serious involving internal engine wear that can cause the engine to stall without warning, raising the risk of a crash.
The engine wear issue stems from tappets and camshaft surfaces deteriorating faster than normal, which can rob the engine of power and shut it down mid-ride. A second powertrain concern involves the alternator stator, which may not handle heat well enough to stay intact. When the stator shorts out, it stops charging the battery, and the engine can cut out as the battery drains, again creating a crash risk. There is also a brake light switch concern: the lever-mounted switch that activates the brake light when the front brake lever is squeezed can fail, leaving following traffic without a visual warning that the motorcycle is slowing.
At a glance
What can fail
The alternator stator may not withstand high heat, causing the wires inside to short circuit.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the stator at no cost to you.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Production contamination and manufacturing variations may cause excessive wear on the tappets and camshafts inside the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect tappet clearance and replace tappets and camshafts as needed. Motorcycles under 2500 miles will have both parts replaced.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The brake light switch mounted on the lever may fail, preventing the brake light from illuminating when you apply the brakes.
What the fix does
Suzuki will replace the brake light actuating switch at no cost at an authorized distributor.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.