2024 Suzuki DL800: complaints, problems and recalls
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
4 owner complaints analyzed
1 distinct recall campaigns
3,925 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2024 model year. Data snapshot: . 2 complaints include usable failure mileage.
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Most common problems
Exterior Lighting is the most frequently named component, appearing in 2 of 4 complaints (50.0%). A complaint can name multiple components.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 2 |
| Exterior Lighting:Headlights | 1 |
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 1 |
Exterior Lighting: 2; Exterior Lighting:Headlights: 1; Tires:Tread/Belt: 1
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 2 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 0 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 0 |
Under 25,000: 2; 25,000 to 49,999: 0; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 0
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (2). 2 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 1 |
| 2025 | 3 |
2024: 1; 2025: 3
Pattern summary
Exterior Lighting leads the component reports. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Examples from the source records
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11604533 · 2024-07-25 (July 25, 2024)
The contact owns a 2024 Suzuki V-Strom 800 Motorcycle. The contact stated that while driving at night, the headlight failed to provide adequate illumination, increasing the risk of a crash or injury. The motorcycle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or local dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 6,150.
Owner-reported narrative. 6,150 miles reported. Look up ODI 11604533 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11657162 · 2025-04-28 (April 28, 2025)
The contact owns a 2024 Suzuki V-Strom 800DE equipped with Dunlop tires, Tire Line: Trailmax Mixtour, Tire Size: 90/90/21(front) and 150/70/R17(rear), DOT: Rear tire (1EU3PYDFM3524), DOT: Front tire (N/A). The contact stated that while making a turn at 45 MPH, the motorcycle began to violently shake. There was no warning light illuminated. Upon inspection of the tires, the contact discovered that the center treads on the front and rear tires were worn. Despite the failure, the contact was able to ride the motorcycle back to the residence. The t…
Owner-reported narrative. 1,700 miles reported. Look up ODI 11657162 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11685438 · 2025-09-06 (September 6, 2025)
Headlight does not provide adequate illumination at night, making riding extremely dangerous.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11685438 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11689058 · 2025-09-22 (September 22, 2025)
The factory headlights are not capable of safely illuminating the roadway while operating the motorcycle at night.
Owner-reported narrative. Look up ODI 11689058 at NHTSA ↗
Recall history
1 distinct campaigns affect this selection. Announcement dates below are different from vehicle model years. A campaign may cover multiple years.
24V535000 · Tires
Reported: 2024-07-17 (July 17, 2024)
Suzuki Motor USA, LLC (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2023-2024 DL800DE motorcycles. The rear tire may crack or deform, resulting in tire tread separation.
Consequence: Tread separation may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to ride their motorcycles until the remedy has been completed. Dealers will replace the rear tire, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 20, 2024. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714- 572-1490. Suzuki's number for this recall is 3A03.
NHTSA campaign record ↗