1999 Suzuki GSX-R600
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1999 Suzuki GSX-R600 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 8 on record.
1999 Suzuki GSX-R600 at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
1999 Suzuki GSX-R600 recalls 1
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. THE CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER DOES NOT PROVIDE CONSISTENT TENSION TO THE CAM CHAIN IN THE ENGINE CAUSING ABNORMAL ENGINE SOUNDS.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ORIGINAL CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER AND UPPER CAM CHAIN GUIDE NO. 2 WITH A REVISED CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER AND UPPER CAM CHAIN GUIDE NO. 2. THE DEALER WILL INSPECT AND MAY REPLACE OTHER ENGINE COMPONENTS WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED BECAUSE OF CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER F…
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.
Canadian recalls 1
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 1999 Suzuki GSX-R600. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Engine
On certain motorcycles, the cam chain tension adjuster may not provide consistent tension to the cam chain in the engine. This could lead to cam chain breakage and sudden engine failure. Sudden engine failure while riding could cause rear wheel lockup, disturbing the rider's ability to control the motorcycle, and could cause a crash without prior warning. Correction: A redesign…
Transport Canada #1999105 · May 1999Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the Suzuki GSX-R600
The Suzuki GSX-R600 is a 599 cc sports motorcycle in Suzuki's GSX-R series of motorcycles.
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