Model year guide

2012 Suzuki DL1000

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Suzuki DL1000 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2012 Suzuki DL1000 at a glance

Safety recalls1
Owner complaints4

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

2012 Suzuki DL1000 recalls 1

Electrical System NHTSA Campaign #16V018000 · manufacturer #2A56 to 2A64 · 19/01/2016

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2008-2012 AN400, AN400A, DL1000, GSX1300R, 2008-2009 GSF1250S and GSF1250SA, 2008 GSX1300BK and GSX1300BKA, 2008-2010 GSX650F, GSX-R600, GSX-R750, VLR1800, VLR1800T, and 2009-2010 SFV650 and VZ1500 motorcycles. Due to a problem with the circuit board for the regulator/rectifier power module, the motorcycle may not sufficiently charge the battery …

Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the regulator/rectifier, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 4, 2016. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-444-5077. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A56 to 2A64.

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.

2012 Suzuki DL1000 common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
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.

Dealer renotification of previously-announced customer satisfaction repair.

Bulletin TL/SV/DL NO. 055 · Power Train · Apr 2022

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

2012 Suzuki DL1000 vehicles on record

2012 Suzuki DL1000JS1VT53A0C2100875 2012 Suzuki DL1000JS1VT53A4C2101611

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2012 Suzuki DL1000 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Suzuki DL1000 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2012 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 2012 Suzuki DL1000?

Across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel/propulsion system, electrical system, engine and engine cooling.

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