2018 Suzuki GSX-R1000
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2018 Suzuki GSX-R1000 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.
2018 Suzuki GSX-R1000 at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2018 Suzuki GSX-R1000 recalls 2
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Suzuki DL650A, DL650XA, GSX-R1000, GSX-R1000R, and 2018 GSX-S750 motorcycles. During installation, the fuel pump O-ring may have been twisted, reducing the sealing performance and possibly resulting in a fuel leak.
Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel pump O-ring and the fuel tank inner vessel, free of charge. The recall began October 31, 2018. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's numbers for this recall are 2A86-2A88.
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2017-2018 GSX-R1000, GSX-R1000A, GSX-R1000RA, and GSX-R1000RZA motorcycles. When upshifting between first and second gear, if the rider fails to engage second gear, a neutral condition will exist and may cause very high engine RPM. If the rider then shifts into second gear without disengaging the clutch, the motorcycles chain may stretch or break.
Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Engine Control Module (ECM), and inspect and replace the drive chain and sprockets, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 25, 2018. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. Suzuki's numbers for this rec…
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.
2018 Suzuki GSX-R1000 common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 22
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. Showing the 10 most recent of 22.
Customer notification of open customer satisfaction campaign.
Bulletin EZ-R17 · Electrical System, Service Brakes · Jul 2025Customer notification of open customer satisfaction campaign.
Bulletin EZ-R16 · Electrical System, Service Brakes · May 2025Customer reminder of open customer satisfaction campaign.
Bulletin EZ-R15 · Electrical System, Service Brakes · Jan 2025Customer notification of open customer satisfaction campaign
Bulletin EZ-R14 · Service Brakes, Electrical System · Aug 2024Customer reminder of open customer satisfaction campaign.
Bulletin EZ-R13 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electrical System · Apr 2024Customer notification of open customer satisfaction campaign.
Bulletin EZ-R12 · Electrical System, Service Brakes · Nov 2023Revision to exhaust control valve adjustment settings
Bulletin 016354 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jun 2023Customer notification of open customer satisfaction campaign
Bulletin EZ-R11 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Electrical System · Jun 2023Customer notification of open customer satisfaction campaign
Bulletin EZ-R10 · Electrical System · Feb 2023Customer notification of open customer satisfaction campaign
Bulletin EZ-R9 · Electrical System, Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Oct 2022Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the GSX-R1000. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 1
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2018 Suzuki GSX-R1000. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Fuel System
On certain motorcycles, the fuel pump O-ring may have been twisted during installation and may not seal properly. This could result in a fuel leak, which in the presence of an ignition source, could increase the risk of fire causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the fuel pump O-ring and fuel tank inner vessel with improved parts.
Transport Canada #2018558 · Oct 2018Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the Suzuki GSX-R1000
The Suzuki GSX-R1000 is a sports motorcycle made by Suzuki. It was introduced in 2001 to replace the GSX-R1100, and is powered by a liquid-cooled 999 cc (61.0 cu in) inline four-cylinder, four-stroke engine, although originally 988 cc (60.3 cu in) from 2001 to 2004.
From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.