The 2009 Suzuki GSX-R1000 has 4 recalls, the most serious being a side stand interlock switch that can loosen, rotate, and cut the ignition circuit, stalling the engine unexpectedly while riding.
A drivetrain concern also carries significant risk: if a gear is missed during upshifting, the resulting strain on the drive chain can shift the rear axle and damage the left-side chain adjuster. A damaged adjuster can allow the drive chain to come off entirely, leaving the rear wheel with no power. There is also a transmission issue where an incorrect upshift can cause the gearbox to slip into neutral, letting engine speed spike without the rider intending it.
At a glance
What can fail
If you miss a gear while shifting up, the chain tension when you shift next can cause the rear axle to shift, damaging the left-side chain adjuster.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the left-side chain adjuster with an improved part.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
If you miss an upshift, the transmission can slip into neutral, letting engine speed increase. If you then upshift without fully disengaging the clutch, extreme torque stresses the drive chain and left-side adjuster. A damaged adjuster can cause the drive chain to slip off, cutting power and risking a crash.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace your drive chain adjuster with an improved part designed to prevent this damage.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Bolts on the side stand interlock switch can loosen, causing the switch to fail.
What the fix does
Suzuki dealers will replace the side stand interlock switch bolts at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The bolts holding the side stand interlock switch can loosen and fall out. If this happens, the switch can rotate and shut off the engine, causing it to stall unexpectedly.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the side stand interlock switch bolts with new ones.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
