Suzuki Motor USA, LLC: Fuel Supply Hose May Leak Fuel

Agency Publication Date: December 11, 2024

Summary

Suzuki Motor USA, LLC is recalling 556 of its 2023-2025 Burgman 400 (model AN400AM3-M5) scooters due to a fuel system defect. The fuel supply hose assembly may rub against the fuel vapor hose assembly, leading to physical damage and potential fuel leakage. Owners are urged to check for leaks and contact a dealer for a free replacement of both hose assemblies.

Risk

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source significantly increases the risk of a fire. Owners should be aware that gasoline vapors or visible liquid fuel near the engine or exhaust systems pose an immediate fire hazard.

What You Should Do

If you must ride the scooter before the safety recall repair has been completed, you should check the scooter for fuel leakage and proper operation as outlined in the 'Inspection before riding' checklist in your owner's manual.
Verify if your scooter is an affected 2023-2025 Burgman 400 (AN400AM3-M5) by checking your registration or contacting a Suzuki dealer.
Contact your local Suzuki dealer to schedule an appointment for the free repair. Dealers will replace the fuel supply hose assembly and fuel vapor hose assembly with new parts, free of charge.
For further information or to confirm your VIN is included, contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934 and reference recall number 3A05.
If you have additional questions or cannot reach Suzuki, contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

Option 1: Free Repair

Free replacement of fuel supply and vapor hose assemblies.

How to: Dealers will replace the fuel supply hose assembly and fuel vapor hose assembly with new parts, free of charge.

Option 2: Other Action

Pre-repair safety inspection.

How to: Owners are advised that if they must ride the scooter before the safety recall repair has been completed, they should check the scooter for fuel leakage and proper operation as outlined in the 'Inspection before riding' checklist in the owner's manual.

Affected Products

Product: Suzuki Burgman 400

Part / Model:

AN400AM3

AN400AM4

AN400AM5

Date Ranges: 2023-2025

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall ID: 24V923000

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Suzuki Motor USA, LLC

Sold By: authorized Suzuki dealers

Units Affected: 556 vehicles(556% estimated defective)

Park Vehicle: No

Park Outside: No

OTA Update: No

Product Type: Vehicle (V)

Recall Classification: Safety Defect

Owner Notification Date: January 10, 2025

Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Distributed To: Nationwide

Manufacturer Recall #: 3A05

Agency Last Updated: January 13, 2025

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Summary

What You Should Do

If you must ride the scooter before the safety recall repair has been completed, you should check the scooter for fuel leakage and proper operation as outlined in the 'Inspection before riding' checklist in your owner's manual.

Verify if your scooter is an affected 2023-2025 Burgman 400 (AN400AM3-M5) by checking your registration or contacting a Suzuki dealer.

Contact your local Suzuki dealer to schedule an appointment for the free repair. Dealers will replace the fuel supply hose assembly and fuel vapor hose assembly with new parts, free of charge.

For further information or to confirm your VIN is included, contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934 and reference recall number 3A05.

If you have additional questions or cannot reach Suzuki, contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov.

Your Remedy Options

You have 2 options:

Option 1: Free Repair

Free replacement of fuel supply and vapor hose assemblies.

How to: Dealers will replace the fuel supply hose assembly and fuel vapor hose assembly with new parts, free of charge.

Option 2: Other Action

Pre-repair safety inspection.

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Recall ID: 24V923000

Status: Active

Manufacturer: Suzuki Motor USA, LLC

Sold By: authorized Suzuki dealers

Units Affected: 556 vehicles(556% estimated defective)

Park Vehicle: No

Park Outside: No

OTA Update: No

Product Type: Vehicle (V)

Recall Classification: Safety Defect

Owner Notification Date: January 10, 2025

Notes: Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Distributed To: Nationwide

Manufacturer Recall #: 3A05

Agency Last Updated: January 13, 2025