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2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara Xl-7

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, under ambient temperatures below -25 degrees celsius, moisture can freeze in the fuel pressure regulator. as a result, fuel system pressure may increase at the time of engine start up, causing fuel loss at the fuel pipe/fuel hose connection.

Corrective Action

fuel loss in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the fuel pressure regulator, the fuel deliver hose and replace the hose clamp with an improved clamp. the recall began on september 29, 2004. owners should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara Xl-7

Component

Visibility:Windshield

Consequence of Defect

certain passenger (111 my 2002 esteem, 777 my 2002 aerio, 2,368 my 2003 aerio) and sport utility (324 my 2002 grand vitara, 274 my 2003 grand vitara, 684 my 2002 grand vitara xl-7, and 781 my 2003 grand vitara xl-7) vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 212, øwindshield mounting.ø the windshield may not be properly secured to the vehicle body due to insufficient adhesion between the paint applied during the second-stage painting process and the paint applied during final-stage painting.

Corrective Action

if the windshield is not properly secured, it may separate from the vehicle during a crash which could result in the ejection of unbelted occupants, increasing the risk of severe injury or death.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect these vehicles. vehicles that are found to have insufficient paint adhesion will either have the problem remedied by repainting, or will be replaced, or repurchased and destroyed. owner notification began on july 8, 2003. owners should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara Xl-7

Component

Electrical System:Ignition

Consequence of Defect

on certain sport utility vehicles, the ignition system wiring harness is routed under the intake manifold. the harness can rub against the manifold during vehicle operation and abrasion damage to the harness can occur.

Corrective Action

damage to the wiring harness can cause a short in the ignition circuit, which can cause the ignition fuse to blow and the engine to stop running. this can result in a loss of control of the vehicle and could cause a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will repair any wiring harness damage and will add additional insulation and a protector plate to prevent the wiring harness from becoming damaged. owner notification began on december 16, 2003. owners should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara Xl-7

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, under ambient temperatures below -25 degrees celsius, moisture can freeze in the fuel pressure regulator. as a result, fuel system pressure may increase at the time of engine start up, causing fuel loss at the fuel pipe/fuel hose connection.

Corrective Action

fuel loss in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the fuel pressure regulator, the fuel deliver hose and replace the hose clamp with an improved clamp. the recall began on september 29, 2004. owners should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara Xl-7

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, under ambient temperatures below -25 degrees celsius, moisture can freeze in the fuel pressure regulator. as a result, fuel system pressure may increase at the time of engine start up, causing fuel loss at the fuel pipe/fuel hose connection.

Corrective Action

fuel loss in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the fuel pressure regulator, the fuel deliver hose and replace the hose clamp with an improved clamp. the recall began on september 29, 2004. owners should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara Xl-7

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, under ambient temperatures below -25 degrees celsius, moisture can freeze in the fuel pressure regulator. as a result, fuel system pressure may increase at the time of engine start up, causing fuel loss at the fuel pipe/fuel hose connection.

Corrective Action

fuel loss in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the fuel pressure regulator, the fuel deliver hose and replace the hose clamp with an improved clamp. the recall began on september 29, 2004. owners should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.