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1978 Suzuki 1000Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 1978 Suzuki 1000, most often about the suspension. It is covered by 1 safety recall.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls1Free fix at dealersOwner complaints10 with a crash, fire or injuryTop problem1Suspension

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through January 21, 2003. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 1978 Suzuki 1000 has problems

1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Suspension10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

1 recall

1978 Suzuki 1000 recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Suzuki.

Best & worst years

1978 vs. every other 1000 year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 1000 median. How we score

'78
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What 1000 owners report

Recent suspension complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

WHEN BRAKES ARE APPLIED AND CHANGING GEARS,THERE IS SOME NOISE. THIS IS DUE TO A FAULTY FRONT SUSPENSION. DEALER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER INFORMATION. (SUZUKI AERIO)
Complaint 10004309 · Jan 21, 2003

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