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2003 Suzuki Burgman 650Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 5 owner complaints about the 2003 Suzuki Burgman 650, most often about the power train. It is covered by 1 safety recall.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls1Free fix at dealersOwner complaints50 with a crash, fire or injuryTypical failure mileage41kPower train, median miles

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through February 9, 2016. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2003 Suzuki Burgman 650 has problems

5 complaints 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
Power train30
Engine10
Fuel/propulsion system10
Suspension10
Tires10
Vehicle speed control10

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

1 recall

2003 Suzuki Burgman 650 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

2003 vs. every other Burgman 650 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 Burgman 650 median. How we score

'03'04'05'06'07'08'09
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What Burgman 650 owners report

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

CVT BOLT AND PULLEY GRINDS; WHICH MAY CAUSE BELT TO BREAK. IF RIDER IS AT A HIGH SPEED, THIS COULD CAUSE A THREATENING ACCIDENT. SUZUKIBURGMAN USA FOREM SUGGESTS THIS IS A HUGE ISSUE WITH 2003-2013 SUZUKI BURGMAN 650'S. OUR BURGMAN IS UNSAFE AND NOW NOT DRIVABLE DUE TO CVT BOLT "MUSHROOMING" WHERE…
Complaint 10825241 · Feb 9, 2016 · 41,000 miles
RIDING MY SUZUKI BURGMAN 2003 ON 405 FWY N/B AND CULVER AVE. I HAD A TRANSMISSION FAILURE BECAUSE OF A SUDDEN SLOWDOWN IN SPEED FROM 65 MPH AND SLOWER, I WAS ALMOST HIT FROM BEHIND BY A CAR. I COULD HEAR THE TIRES SCREECHING BEHIND ME. A DANGEROUS SITUATION AS THIS ONE, COULD LEAD TO DEATH OR…
Complaint 10477077 · Sep 25, 2012 · 27,854 miles
THIS HAS TO DO WITH AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTORCYCLE. I HAVE WRITTEN A LETTER TO THE PRESIDENT OF AMERICA SUZUKI MOTORCYCLE MAC KATO. THIS IS A CVT TRANSMISSION SAFETY ISSUE TO ME. I HAVE 2003 AN 650 BURGMAN. I WAS RIDING THE BIKE AND ALL OF A SUDDEN I HAD ENGINE POWER BUT WASN'T GOING ANYWHERE. I'M GLAD…
Complaint 10261749 · Mar 13, 2009 · 42,705 miles

Own a 2003 Burgman 650?

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