Head-to-head reliability
Suzuki Burgman 200 vs FORD F 150
How the Suzuki Burgman 200 and FORD F 150 compare on NHTSA complaints, recalls and crash reports — and which is the lower-risk used buy.
Based on NHTSA owner-complaint & recall records
Suzuki Burgman 200 vs FORD F 150: The Burgman 200 has 0 complaints and 2 recalls over 10 years, while the F-150 has 11,311 complaints, 145 recalls, and 328 crash-related reports. The F-150 also has 287 injuries and 1 death. Source: NHTSA owner complaints.
The picture
Is the Suzuki Burgman 200 or FORD F 150 more reliable?
A plain-English read on what the NHTSA record says about living with each vehicle.
Suzuki Burgman 200
The Suzuki Burgman 200 is a maxi-scooter with a remarkably clean 10-year record: zero owner complaints, zero crashes, zero injuries, and zero deaths. The only official actions are two recalls for the automatic transmission, but no owner complaint text exists to describe real-world symptoms. For a buyer, this suggests very low reported trouble, though the absence of complaints means you have little detail on what might go wrong. Overall, it appears to be a low-risk used purchase based on the data provided.
FORD F 150
The Ford F-150 is a full-size pickup with a massive 10-year total of 11,311 complaints, 145 recalls, 328 crash-related reports, 287 injuries, and 1 death. Owner complaints frequently describe hard or delayed transmission shifts, sudden loss of power, loud bangs from the transmission, and electrical glitches like camera and pre-collision warnings. The volume and severity of these reports indicate that many owners experience recurring, sometimes dangerous, problems. For a buyer, this means budgeting for potential repairs and being extra careful during a test drive.
The numbers
Side-by-side NHTSA record
Lower is better in every category. The highlighted cell is the stronger result.
| Category | Suzuki Burgman 200 | FORD F 150 |
|---|---|---|
| Total complaintsAll model years combined | 0 Better | 11,311 |
| Safety recallsFederal recall campaigns | 2 Better | 145 |
| Crash reportsCrash-related complaints | 0 Better | 328 |
| Complaints per yearAveraged across model years | 0.0 Better | 1131.1 |
| Reported injuriesTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 287 |
| Reported deathsTied to owner complaints | 0 Better | 1 |
Source: NHTSA owner complaints & recall records.
What actually goes wrong
The problems owners report
The most-complained-about systems on each vehicle — what fails, and what owners say in their own words.
Suzuki Burgman 200
No component data available.
Two recalls were issued for the automatic transmission, but no owner complaints describe the actual failure symptoms. This matters because you should verify that both recalls were performed and check for any unusual shifting or noises during a test ride.
FORD F 150
- 01POWER TRAIN3,553
- 02ELECTRICAL SYSTEM2,071
- 03UNKNOWN OR OTHER1,401
- 04EXTERIOR LIGHTING1,164
- 05ENGINE847
Owners report hard, delayed, or jerky shifts, especially between 4-5, 5-6, and 7-8 gears, and some experienced sudden loss of power or the vehicle shutting off while driving. These symptoms can be dangerous in traffic and often point to transmission problems that may be expensive to fix.
Complaints include loud bangs or popping sounds from the transmission and rear suspension during downshifts, as well as repeated dashboard warnings like 'Front Camera Malfunction' and 'Pre Collision Assist Not Available.' These electrical glitches can affect safety features and are frustrating to live with.
This category captures miscellaneous issues that owners could not attribute to a specific system. While the exact problems vary, the high count (1,401) suggests many owners face unexplained faults that may be hard to diagnose and repair.
With 1,164 complaints and a recall for headlights, owners likely report lighting failures that reduce visibility. This is a safety concern, especially at night, and you should check that all lights work and that the recall was addressed.
“I started noticing hard and delayed shifts from 7th into 8th gear. My RPM's were not increasing when this happened, and then on a very crowded major road I lost all power, vehicle shut off and drifted, then started up and jerked again very hard. This failure…”
“I am reporting a safety-related transmission problem I experienced with my 2020 Ford F-150 equipped with the 10R80 automatic transmission. While driving normally, the transmission shifts hard (ie: jerks, clunks) between 4-5 and 5-6 gears, and has on occasion…”
Official recalls
Safety recalls on record
Federal recall campaigns — the defect, the risk, and the fix. Confirm any open recall was completed before you buy.
Suzuki Burgman 200 — 2 recalls
The defect: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Burgman 200/UH200 scooters. The rivet connections may fail and allow the movable driven face (drive plate) of the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) to break.
The risk: If the drive plate breaks, the scooter will lose power to the rear wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive plate, free of charge. The recall began June 5, 2019. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A89.
The defect: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Burgman 200/UH200 scooters. The rivet connections may fail and allow the movable driven face (drive plate) of the Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) to break.
The risk: If the drive plate breaks, the scooter will lose power to the rear wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the drive plate, free of charge. The recall began June 5, 2019. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A89.
FORD F 150 — 145 recalls
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 trucks equipped with high series LED headlamps with Autolamp (On/Off) functionality. The Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) may remain activated instead of dimming to parking lamps when the Master Lighting Switch (MLS) is manually rotated from…
The risk: DRL that cannot dim may reduce the visibility of other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the body control module, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20C03.
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2019-2020 F-150 vehicles. The fastener securing the Power Distribution Box (PDB) 12V cable and Battery Monitoring System (BMS) eyelets to the positive battery terminal may loosen and affect the vehicle's systems such as instrument panel displays and br…
The risk: Inoperative vehicle systems or an engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. Reduced braking and steering efforts increases the risk of a crash. This condition could also create a resistive short, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the positive battery cable/BMS/PDB joint for excess sealant adhesive and remove any excessive adhesive, reassemble the joint, and retorque the fastener, as necessary, free of charge. The re…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Ford F-150 and 2017-2019 Ford F-250 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-450 Super Duty, and F-550 Super Duty pick-up trucks equipped with an engine block heater. Water and contaminants may get into the block heater cable's splice connector causin…
The risk: When the heater is plugged in, prolonged corrosion could cause a resistive short, increasing the risk of overheated or melted wiring which can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will disable the block heater cable, free of charge. Once parts are available, Dealers will replace the engine block heater cable, free of charge. The recall began June 3, 2019. Owners may contact Ford…
The defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2020 F-150 and 2019-2020 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty pickup trucks, and 2018-2019 Ford Explorer, 2019-2020 Expedition, and 2020 Escape vehicles equipped with driver and/or passenger's manual front seat back recliner mechanisms. Also…
The risk: A seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Ford will notify owners, and Ford and Lincoln dealers will inspect the seat structure and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 21, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's num…
Buyer analysis
Suzuki Burgman 200 or FORD F 150: which should you buy?
The Suzuki Burgman 200 has far fewer issues per year (0 complaints/year vs. 1,131.1/year for the Ford F-150). In practice, this means the Burgman 200 is likely to need less frequent repairs and have fewer safety-related incidents, while the F-150 demands more vigilance and potentially higher ownership costs.
Key differences
- The Suzuki Burgman 200 has 0 complaints and 2 recalls over 10 years, while the Ford F-150 has 11,311 complaints and 145 recalls—a massive difference in reported problems.
- Ford F-150 owners describe serious transmission issues like hard shifts, sudden power loss, and loud bangs, whereas the Burgman 200 has no owner complaint text to indicate any common failure pattern.
- The F-150 has 328 crash-related reports, 287 injuries, and 1 death, while the Burgman 200 has none of these, suggesting a much lower reported safety risk.
- Electrical system complaints are common on the F-150 (2,071), including camera and pre-collision warnings, but the Burgman 200 has no reported electrical issues.
- Check for any transmission slipping, unusual noises, or delayed engagement during a test ride, since the only recalls are for the automatic transmission.
- Confirm that both transmission recalls have been performed by a Suzuki dealer and ask for written proof.
- During a test drive, pay close attention to transmission shifts—especially between 4-5, 5-6, and 7-8 gears—for jerking, clunking, or delayed engagement.
- Start the truck and look for dashboard warnings like 'Front Camera Malfunction' or 'Pre Collision Assist Not Available,' which owners frequently report.
Before you buy
- Obtain a full vehicle history report and confirm all recalls are completed for the specific vehicle.
- For the Burgman 200, ask the seller for maintenance records and check the transmission fluid and operation.
- For the F-150, test drive at various speeds and listen for transmission noises; also test all electrical features including cameras and safety aids.
- Have a trusted mechanic inspect the vehicle, focusing on the transmission and electrical system for the F-150, and the transmission for the Burgman 200.
- Verify the number of previous owners and whether the vehicle was used for towing or heavy loads, which can affect the F-150's transmission.
Year by year
Which model years to avoid
Complaints per model year for both vehicles — lower is better. The spikes are the years to scrutinize.
| Year | Suzuki Burgman 200 | FORD F 150 |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 0 | 3432 |
| 2021 | 0 | 5234 |
| 2020 | 0 | 33 |
| 2019 | 0 | 36 |
| 2018 | 0 | 56 |
| 2017 | 0 | 43 |
Check the actual car
Comparing models is smart. Checking the VIN is essential.
Brand averages tell you the trend. A VIN check tells you what's wrong with the specific Suzuki Burgman 200 or FORD F 150 in front of you — accident history, open recalls and title records.
Go deeper
Full reliability reports
- Comparison
- Suzuki Burgman 200 vs FORD F 150
- Suzuki Burgman 200 total complaints
- 0
- FORD F 150 total complaints
- 11,311
- Suzuki Burgman 200 total recalls
- 2
- FORD F 150 total recalls
- 145
- Suzuki Burgman 200 avg complaints/year
- 0.0
- FORD F 150 avg complaints/year
- 1131.1
- More reliable overall
- Suzuki Burgman 200
- FORD F 150 top complaint area
- POWER TRAIN