Suzuki Buyers Guide
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Crash Test Data for 1997 Suzuki
| Suzuki Vehicle | Front Star Rating | Side Star Rating | Rollover Resistance Rating | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Driver | Passenger | Front Seat | Rear Seat | ||
| 1997 Sidekick |  |  | Not Tested | Not Tested | Not Tested |
Service Bulletins for 1997 Suzuki
| 1997 SUZUKI DR200SE | |
|---|---|
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| 1997 SUZUKI DR350SE | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| 1997 SUZUKI DR650 | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| 1997 SUZUKI ESTEEM | |
| Bulletin Number: 0109193 | |
| SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE - IMPROPER TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: 0204145 | |
| CORRECT COOLANT USAGE. *EH | |
| Bulletin Number: 0210063 | |
| SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE-INCORRECT WIRING DIAGRAM OF THE WIPER/WASHER COMBINATION SWITCH. *SC | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| Bulletin Number: SW07 | |
| THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS THE REVISED CLAIMS SUBMISSION PROCEDURES FOR REPLACEMENT BATTERIES UNDER WARRANTY. *TT | |
| 1997 SUZUKI GN125E | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| 1997 SUZUKI GS500 | |
| Bulletin Number: 139 | |
| GS500F ENGINE KNOCK AT IDLE / A MILD BUT ANNOYING KNOCKING NOISE FROM THE CYLINDER HEAD AREA. *AK | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| 1997 SUZUKI GSF1200 | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| 1997 SUZUKI GSF600S | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| 1997 SUZUKI GSX600F | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| 1997 SUZUKI GSX750F | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| 1997 SUZUKI GSX-R1100W | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| 1997 SUZUKI GSX-R600 | |
| Bulletin Number: 0540 | |
| GSX-R600XK5 ASSEMBLY & PRE-DELIVERY PROCEDURES. SUZUKI. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: GS/GSX/GSXR | |
| SUBJECT ON RECALL CAMPAIGN FUEL PUMP GASKET SET COMPONENTS & | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| 1997 SUZUKI GSX-R750 | |
| Bulletin Number: GS/GSX/GSXR | |
| SUBJECT ON RECALL CAMPAIGN FUEL PUMP GASKET SET COMPONENTS & | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| 1997 SUZUKI INTRUDER | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| 1997 SUZUKI LS650P | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| 1997 SUZUKI RF900R | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| 1997 SUZUKI SIDEKICK | |
| Bulletin Number: 0204145 | |
| CORRECT COOLANT USAGE. *EH | |
| Bulletin Number: 608 01037 | |
| WHEN SERVICING THE NEW STYLE AUTO HUB, PLEASE USE THE NEW STYLE TOOLS AS LISTED. *JD | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| Bulletin Number: SW07 | |
| THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS THE REVISED CLAIMS SUBMISSION PROCEDURES FOR REPLACEMENT BATTERIES UNDER WARRANTY. *TT | |
| 1997 SUZUKI SIDEKICK SPORT | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| Bulletin Number: SW02B | |
| ON SOME VEHICLES, THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) MAY ILLUMINATE AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) ARE STORED THAT ARE EITHER NOT COMPATIBLE WITH SPECIFICATIONS OR CONSIST OF RANDOM NUMBERS UNRELATED TO ANY SYSTEM OR COMPONENT. | |
| Bulletin Number: SW07 | |
| THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS THE REVISED CLAIMS SUBMISSION PROCEDURES FOR REPLACEMENT BATTERIES UNDER WARRANTY. *TT | |
| 1997 SUZUKI SUZUKI | |
| Bulletin Number: 97010109197 | |
| SUBJECT ON AN ADDITION OF THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 97091815198 | |
| CONCERNS WITH ENGINE/TRANSMISSION OIL FILLED AT THE FACTORY. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: 970918TL598 | |
| CONCERNS OF PAINT DAMAGE ON FRAME COVER. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: TS 002 05167 | |
| INFORMATION ON REPLACEMENT OPERATOR'S MANUALS FOR TECH 1-A CARTRIDGES. *TT | |
| 1997 SUZUKI SUZUKI MOTORCYCLE | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| 1997 SUZUKI SWIFT | |
| Bulletin Number: 0204145 | |
| CORRECT COOLANT USAGE. *EH | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| Bulletin Number: SW07 | |
| THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS THE REVISED CLAIMS SUBMISSION PROCEDURES FOR REPLACEMENT BATTERIES UNDER WARRANTY. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: TS31810078 | |
| REMOVAL PROCEDURES FOR THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER. *YC | |
| Bulletin Number: TS31810078 | |
| SPEICAL SERVICE CAMPAIGN FOR VEHICLES EXHIBITING A CONDITION WITH THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER THAT APEPARS TO BE IN PARK POSITION, BUT CAN EASILY BE REMOVED FROM THE PARK POSITION WITHOUT THE USE OF THE KEY, THE TRANSMISSION LEVE | |
| 1997 SUZUKI TL1000S | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| 1997 SUZUKI TL1000SV | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| Bulletin Number: TL8 | |
| SUBJECT REGARDING RECALL CAMPAIGN FUEL TANK BRACKET MOUNTING. *TT | |
| Bulletin Number: TLSV11 | |
| CUSTOMERS MAY EXPERIENCE CLUTCH SLIPPING OR GRADUAL ENGAGEMENT DURING AGGRESSIVE RIDING. *TT | |
| 1997 SUZUKI TL1000SW | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| 1997 SUZUKI VS1400GL | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| 1997 SUZUKI VS1400GL INTRUDER | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| 1997 SUZUKI VS800GL | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| 1997 SUZUKI VZ800 | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| 1997 SUZUKI X-90 | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| 1997 SUZUKI X90 | |
| Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045 | |
| This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball | |
| Bulletin Number: SW07 | |
| THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS THE REVISED CLAIMS SUBMISSION PROCEDURES FOR REPLACEMENT BATTERIES UNDER WARRANTY. *TT | |
Recalls for 1997 Suzuki
| 1997 SUZUKI GSX-R600 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY |
| Manufacturer: | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 10/01/1996 - 07/30/1997 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 17007 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. THE GASKET BETWEEN THE FUEL TANK AND THE FUEL PUMP MOUNTING PLATE CAN LOSE ITS ABILITY TO PROVIDE A TIGHT SEAL, ALLOWING FUEL TO DRIP FROM THE GASKET. Consequence:IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, FUEL LEAKAGE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE. Action:DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REDESIGNED FUEL PUMP GASKET ON THESE MOTORCYCLES. | |
| 1997 SUZUKI GSX-R750 | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY |
| Manufacturer: | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 07/01/1996 - 04/30/1997 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 17007 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. THE GASKET BETWEEN THE FUEL TANK AND THE FUEL PUMP MOUNTING PLATE CAN LOSE ITS ABILITY TO PROVIDE A TIGHT SEAL, ALLOWING FUEL TO DRIP FROM THE GASKET. Consequence:IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, FUEL LEAKAGE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE. Action:DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REDESIGNED FUEL PUMP GASKET ON THESE MOTORCYCLES. | |
| 1997 SUZUKI SIDEKICK | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | SUSPENSION |
| Manufacturer: | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 06/01/1995 - 09/30/1996 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 13461 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. INSUFFICIENT STRENGTH OF THE MOUNTING BASE ON THE UPPER END OF THE FRONT STRUTS CAN LEAD TO BREAKAGE OF THE MOUNTING BOLTS THAT ATTACH THE UPPER END OF THE FRONT STRUTS TO THE VEHICLE BODY. Consequence:IF THE STRUT BROKE LOOSE, A DRIVER COULD LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. Action:DEALERS WILL ADD A REINFORCEMENT, FOR BOTH FRONT STRUTS, BETWEEN THE FRONT STRUT MOUNTING BASE AND THE VEHICLE BODY. IN ADDITION, THE FRONT STRUT MOUNTING BASES, MOUNTING BOLTS AND NUTS, AND STRUT BAR STAYS WILL BE REPLACED. | |
| 1997 SUZUKI SWIFT | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:PARK/NEUTRAL START SWITCH |
| Manufacturer: | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 07/01/1996 - 03/10/1997 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 1198 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE. THE SHIFT LEVER APPEARS TO BE IN "PARK," BUT CAN EASILY BE MOVED FROM THE "PARK" POSITION WITHOUT THE USE OF THE KEY, TRANSAXLE LEVER DETENT BUTTON, OR DEPRESSING THE BRAKE. Consequence:IF THE SHIFT LEVER WERE TO COME OUT OF "PARK" WHILE THE VEHICLE IS PARKED ON A NON-LEVEL SURFACE, THE VEHICLE COULD ROLL INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. Action:DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SHIFTER ASSEMBLY. UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS SERVICED, OWNERS ARE ADVISED WHEN SHIFTING TO "PARK," ALWAYS APPLY THE PARK BRAKE BEFORE RELEASING THE SERVICE BRAKE. | |
| 1997 SUZUKI TL1000SV | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY |
| Manufacturer: | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 07/01/1997 - 03/31/1998 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 17007 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. THE GASKET BETWEEN THE FUEL TANK AND THE FUEL PUMP MOUNTING PLATE CAN LOSE ITS ABILITY TO PROVIDE A TIGHT SEAL, ALLOWING FUEL TO DRIP FROM THE GASKET. Consequence:IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, FUEL LEAKAGE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE. Action:DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REDESIGNED FUEL PUMP GASKET ON THESE MOTORCYCLES. | |
| 1997 SUZUKI TL1000SV | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR |
| Manufacturer: | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. |
| Manufacture Dates: | - 06/01/1997 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 2935 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. FRONT WHEEL MOVEMENT AND RAPID SIDE-TO-SIDE HANDLEBAR MOVEMENT CAN OCCUR WHEN THE FRONT WHEEL IS LIGHTLY LOADED AND HITS A BUMP. Consequence:THIS MOVEMENT CAN REDUCE THE DRIVER'S ABILITY TO CONTROL THE MOTORCYCLE RESULTING IN A LOSS OF CONTROL AND A VEHICLE CRASH. Action:DEALERS WILL INSTALL A STEERING DAMPER KIT ON THESE VEHICLES WHICH IS DESIGNED TO REDUCE FRONT WHEEL OSCILLATION AND ELIMINATE SIDE-TO-SIDE HANDLEBAR MOVEMENT. | |
| 1997 SUZUKI TL1000SW | |
|---|---|
| NHTSA Campaign ID: | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY |
| Manufacturer: | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. |
| Manufacture Dates: | 07/01/1997 - 03/31/1998 |
| Potential Units Affected: | 17007 |
Defect Description:VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. THE GASKET BETWEEN THE FUEL TANK AND THE FUEL PUMP MOUNTING PLATE CAN LOSE ITS ABILITY TO PROVIDE A TIGHT SEAL, ALLOWING FUEL TO DRIP FROM THE GASKET. Consequence:IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, FUEL LEAKAGE CAN RESULT IN A FIRE. Action:DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REDESIGNED FUEL PUMP GASKET ON THESE MOTORCYCLES. | |
