2001 Suzuki Gsf1200s problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Exterior Lighting:headlights (2) · Steering (1) · Exterior Lighting:brake Lights (1)
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
What owners report
2006-07-21 · Exterior Lighting:headlights · 15,000 mi“the sealed projection-beam headlight assembly on my 2001 suzuki bandit gsf1200s motorcycle has an internal coating of fine black powder on the high beam lens that has reduced the high beam output to practically nil. this defect apparently results from poor quality control during the manufacturing process, and has progressed over time to the point …”
2003-12-11 · Exterior Lighting:headlights · 5,000 mi“defective headlight assemblies that become useless at night. the headlight assembly is a sealed unit. after 5000 miles, my headlight was full of a black powdery substance which coated the inside surface of the lens thereby rendering the lighting poor at best. *ak there were also numerous small pieces of glass from the edges of the projector beam …”
2003-04-04 · Steering · 3,000 mi“the handle bars on the bike were mounted into a metal tube that turned the front wheel. when braking there was a very strong vibration. *jb…”
2001-07-17 · Exterior Lighting:brake Lights“when applying brakes brake light is poorly visible, and it is insufficient enough to see. dealership was aware of problem.*ak consumer was informed by dot that the lights must be visible at 500 feet, dealer suggested adding more lights at consumers expense, one person used aluminum foil to increase brightness. *slc…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.