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Suzuki V-Strom 650 (DL650A), Kingquad 750 (LT-A750X): Electrical
Affects Suzuki V-Strom 650 (DL650A), Kingquad 750 (LT-A750X) · 2012–2017 — about 3K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain motorcycles and all-terrain-vehicles, the generator stator may have insufficient heat resistance, which could lead to a short circuit of the stator wires. If this occurs, the generator could generate insufficient power to charge the battery, which could result in the engine stalling and not being able to restarted. This could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction : Dealers will replace the generator stator with an improved part.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational