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Suzuki B-King 1300 (GSX1300BKA), Boulevard C50T (VL800T ) +22 more: Electrical
Affects Suzuki B-King 1300 (GSX1300BKA), Boulevard C50T (VL800T ), Boulevard C109 (VLR1800), Boulevard C109R (VLR1800T), V-Strom 1000 (DL1000), B-King 1300 (GSX1300BK), GSX1300R - Hayabusa, GSX650F, GSX650FA, Boulevard C50SE (VL800SE), Boulevard C50SEC (VL800SEC), GSX-R600, GSX-R750, Burgman 400 (AN400), Boulevard C50 (VL800), V-Strom 1000 (DL1000SE), Bandit 1250 (GSF1250SEA), Bandit 1250 (GSF1250SA ), Boulevard M90 (VZ1500), Gladius 650 (SFV650), Quadsport 400 (LT-Z400), Quadsport 400 (LT-Z400Z), Burgman 400 (AN400A), Gladius 650 (SFV650A) · 2008–2010 — about 9K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain motorcycles, the regulator/rectifier assembly may have been produced with insufficient adhesion between the power module (circuit board) and the rectifier case. Due to this insufficient adhesion, heat generated on the power module circuit board can cause the circuit board to deform. This could cause excessive heat on the circuit board and uncontrolled electric current output, which can result in insufficient charging current being provided to the vehicle's battery. Battery discharge could lead to engine stalling and/or a no-start condition. Lost propulsion, in conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and the rider's reactions, could increase the risk of a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will replace the regulator/rectifier assembly. Note: This recall may be superseded by recall 2016-022 for certain models. Please see recall 2016022 for more information: <a href="http://wwwapps.tc.gc.ca/Saf-Sec-Sur/7/VRDB-BDRV/search-recherche/detail.aspx?lang=eng&&rn=2016022">Click here for more information</a>
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.