2025–2026 Suzuki DR-Z400S, 2025 Suzuki DR-Z400SM Recall: Reservoir tank cap fixing screws may have been incorrectly tightened…
NHTSA campaign 25V873000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · filed Dec 17, 2025 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Suzuki Motor USA, LLC (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2025-2026 DR-Z400S and 2025 DR-Z400SM motorcycles. The reservoir tank cap fixing screws may have been incorrectly tightened, allowing brake fluid to leak. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 122, “Motorcycle Brake Systems.”
The risk
A brake fluid leak can reduce braking ability, increasing the distance required to stop and the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will tighten the screws, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 9, 2026. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 20, 2025.
Affected vehicles
Related recalls
More Suzuki DR-Z400S recalls
Other campaigns involving Suzuki vehicles
Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 25V873000 (manufacturer number 3A09). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.