Model year guide

2006 Suzuki GS500F

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Suzuki GS500F is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.

2006 Suzuki GS500F — representative photo
Representative photo

2006 Suzuki GS500F at a glance

Safety recallsNone
Owner complaints2

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

2006 Suzuki GS500F recalls 0

No NHTSA safety-recall campaigns are on record for the 2006 Suzuki GS500F.

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 GS500F common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 2

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.

GS500F ENGINE KNOCK AT IDLE / A MILD BUT ANNOYING KNOCKING NOISE FROM THE CYLINDER HEAD AREA. *AK

Bulletin 139 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Mar 2006

SUPPLEMENTAL SERVICE MANUAL INFORMATION. *TT

Bulletin 143 · Equipment · Oct 2005

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the GS500F. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

About the Suzuki GS500F

The Suzuki GS500 is an entry-level motorcycle manufactured and marketed by the Suzuki Motor Corporation. Suzuki produced the GS500 and GS500E from 1989 on and the fully faired model, GS500F from 2004 on. The GS500 is currently being produced and sold in South America. The GS500 has been described in the motorcycle literature as a best buy and an excellent first bike, with adequate if not exciting power for more experienced riders.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2006 Suzuki GS500F vehicles on record

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2006 Suzuki GS500F — frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Suzuki GS500F have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists no safety-recall campaigns for the 2006 Suzuki GS500F. 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 GS500F?

Across all 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine and engine cooling.

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