2004 Suzuki Vl800 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Wheels (1) · Seats (1) · Electrical System (1)
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
What owners report
2011-05-30 · Electrical System · 4,692 mi“driving down road doing about 25 mph motorcycle stalled would not start again. checked ignition fuse and found it to be blown. replaced with new 15 amp fuse. tried to start the bike again and the fuse blew right away. inspected wiring harness and found a bunch of burnt wires. ignition switch was hot to the touch. i only have 4694 miles on the bike.…”
2011-04-12 · Wheels“2004 suzuki c-50 motorcycle cracks in the front wheel, these are not casting markings.7k miles on wheel dont know how long cracks have been there. *tr…”
2006-12-11 · Seats · 10 mi“dt*: the contact stated since the motorcycle was purchased, it was noticed the seat was very uncomfortable. while driving 65 mph on normal highway, the contact developed severe back pain. the dealership was contacted who stated the manufacturer agreed to give a $50 credit on a purchase of a new seat which was identical to the original seat instal…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.