Recalls aren't a great look for any brand, but you've got to respect an automaker that alerts the public of a fault to ensure they stay safe on the roads. Now, a class action lawsuit for not doing just that is a much worse look, and a second one following just two years later is, well, awful. That's the position Suzuki Motor of America Inc. is in right now.
Plaintiffs Alex Lopez and Travell Woods filed the Suzuki motorcycle class action suit against Suzuki on Aug. 14 in California federal court, alleging that some of its motorcycles have a defective front brake master cylinder and that the company has violated various state consumer laws.
The alleged issue with the front brake master cylinder is that the piston is made of zinc and chemically reacts with the brake fluid, leading to a build-up of hydrogen gas, pitting, and the formation of debris. This combination of issues allegedly diminishes or results in a complete loss of braking power, impairing the motorcycle's braking ability and posing a safety hazard for riders and passengers.
