Model year guide

2006 Suzuki DL1000

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Suzuki DL1000 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

2006 Suzuki DL1000 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints1

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2006 Suzuki DL1000 recalls 1

Equipment NHTSA Campaign #08E052000 · 15/08/2008

MOTION PRO IS RECALLING 10,000 AFTERMARKET BRAKE LEVERS, MODEL NO. 14-0415, SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN MY 1999 THROUGH 2008 SUZUKI AND MY 1998 THROUGH 2003 YAMAHA MOTORCYCLES. THE LOBE HEIGHT ON SOME OF THESE LEVERS ARE SMALLER AND DO NOT PROPERLY ENGAGE THE STOMP LAMP SWITCH WHICH WILL NOT DEACTIVATE WHEN THE DRIVER RELEASES THE BRAKE LEVER. THE LEVER CAN BE IDENTIFIED BY THE MARKING "JY 378" AT THE BASE OF THE LEVER …

Fix: MOTION PRO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND PROVIDE A FREE REMEDY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MOTION PRO AT 1-877-438-7831.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

2006 Suzuki DL1000 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 1

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.

Manufacturer re-notification to dealer or previously identified customer campaign

Bulletin TL/SV/DL No. 35 · Equipment, Engine And Engine Cooling, Vehicle Speed Control · May 2022

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the DL1000. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

2006 Suzuki DL1000 vehicles on record

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2006 Suzuki DL1000 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Suzuki DL1000 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2006 Suzuki DL1000. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Suzuki DL1000?

Across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, engine.

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.