2002 Suzuki GSX-R600 problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2002 Suzuki GSX-R600 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2002 Suzuki GSX-R600. 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.

2002 Suzuki GSX-R600 at a glance

Safety recalls1

Owner complaints1

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

2002 Suzuki GSX-R600 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.

2002 Suzuki GSX-R600 common problems

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

Exterior Lighting

Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.

Structure

Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

Service Brakes

Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

About the Suzuki GSX-R600

The Suzuki GSX-R600 is a 599 cc sports motorcycle in Suzuki's GSX-R series of motorcycles.

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

2002 Suzuki GSX-R600 vehicles on record

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2002 Suzuki GSX-R600 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2002 Suzuki GSX-R600 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2002 Suzuki GSX-R600. 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 2002 Suzuki GSX-R600?

Across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are exterior lighting, structure, service brakes.

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