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2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift

Consequence of Defect

certain vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 114, 'theft protection. ' the automatic transmission selector lever "park" lock function may be inoperative due to a sticking shift lock arm. the shift lever may be able to be shifted out of "park" with the key removed and without depressing the brake pedal.

Corrective Action

this can give rise to increased incidents of crashes resulting from the rollaway of parked vehicles as a result of inadvertently moving the shift lever from the "park" position when the parking brake is not fully engaged.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the shift lock module free of charge. the recall began on january 7, 2008. owners may contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Component

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Lever And Linkage:Column Shift

Consequence of Defect

certain vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 114, 'theft protection. ' the automatic transmission selector lever "park" lock function may be inoperative due to a sticking shift lock arm. the shift lever may be able to be shifted out of "park" with the key removed and without depressing the brake pedal.

Corrective Action

this can give rise to increased incidents of crashes resulting from the rollaway of parked vehicles as a result of inadvertently moving the shift lever from the "park" position when the parking brake is not fully engaged.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the shift lock module free of charge. the recall began on january 7, 2008. owners may contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Component

Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft

Consequence of Defect

on certain passenger vehicles, the left side of the retainer rear drive shaft may crack and the gears may get stuck due to oil leakage by the retainer.

Corrective Action

this can lead to the rear differential gears locking up and the vehicle may become disabled increasing the risk of a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will inspect and replace the left side of the retainer rear drive shaft. suzuki will call owners on or about december 15, 2005. followup letters to owners were mailed on february 13, 2006. owners may contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor

Consequence of Defect

on certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 16-inch wheels, the front brake discs may break under severe driving conditions. the breakage can occur in conditions where the vehicle is driven on a regular basis on extremely steep paved down-slopes while continuously applying the brakes.

Corrective Action

the front brakes may become inoperative and the vehicle may pull to one side. this could result in a crash without prior warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the front brake discs on these vehicles. the recall began on november 10, 2005. these vehicles are located on st. thomas island (virgin islands). owners may contact suzuki del caribe at 787-622-0600.

2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Cables

Consequence of Defect

on certain sport utility vehicles, the accelerator cable casing cap that is attached to the vehicle firewall can crack due to extended exposure to forces from the accelerator cable and insufficient long-term durability of the plastic casing cap. if the casing cap becomes cracked, movement of the inner accelerator cable through the cap can cause the inner accelerator cable to become frayed.

Corrective Action

if the inner accelerator cable becomes frayed, it can stick during vehicle operation. in the case where an accelerator cable sticks, the driver could have difficulty controlling vehicle speed, which could result in a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the accelerator cable, which includes the plastic casing cap. owner notification began on january 5, 2004. owners should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor

Consequence of Defect

on certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 16-inch wheels, the front brake discs may break under severe driving conditions. the breakage can occur in conditions where the vehicle is driven on a regular basis on extremely steep paved down-slopes while continuously applying the brakes.

Corrective Action

the front brakes may become inoperative and the vehicle may pull to one side. this could result in a crash without prior warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the front brake discs on these vehicles. the recall began on november 10, 2005. these vehicles are located on st. thomas island (virgin islands). owners may contact suzuki del caribe at 787-622-0600.

2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara

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

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Cables

Consequence of Defect

on certain sport utility vehicles, the accelerator cable casing cap that is attached to the vehicle firewall can crack due to extended exposure to forces from the accelerator cable and insufficient long-term durability of the plastic casing cap. if the casing cap becomes cracked, movement of the inner accelerator cable through the cap can cause the inner accelerator cable to become frayed.

Corrective Action

if the inner accelerator cable becomes frayed, it can stick during vehicle operation. in the case where an accelerator cable sticks, the driver could have difficulty controlling vehicle speed, which could result in a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the accelerator cable, which includes the plastic casing cap. owner notification began on january 5, 2004. owners should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara

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

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor

Consequence of Defect

on certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 16-inch wheels, the front brake discs may break under severe driving conditions. the breakage can occur in conditions where the vehicle is driven on a regular basis on extremely steep paved down-slopes while continuously applying the brakes.

Corrective Action

the front brakes may become inoperative and the vehicle may pull to one side. this could result in a crash without prior warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the front brake discs on these vehicles. the recall began on november 10, 2005. these vehicles are located on st. thomas island (virgin islands). owners may contact suzuki del caribe at 787-622-0600.

2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara

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.

2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Cables

Consequence of Defect

on certain sport utility vehicles, the accelerator cable casing cap that is attached to the vehicle firewall can crack due to extended exposure to forces from the accelerator cable and insufficient long-term durability of the plastic casing cap. if the casing cap becomes cracked, movement of the inner accelerator cable through the cap can cause the inner accelerator cable to become frayed.

Corrective Action

if the inner accelerator cable becomes frayed, it can stick during vehicle operation. in the case where an accelerator cable sticks, the driver could have difficulty controlling vehicle speed, which could result in a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the accelerator cable, which includes the plastic casing cap. owner notification began on january 5, 2004. owners should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara

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

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor

Consequence of Defect

on certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 16-inch wheels, the front brake discs may break under severe driving conditions. the breakage can occur in conditions where the vehicle is driven on a regular basis on extremely steep paved down-slopes while continuously applying the brakes.

Corrective Action

the front brakes may become inoperative and the vehicle may pull to one side. this could result in a crash without prior warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the front brake discs on these vehicles. the recall began on november 10, 2005. these vehicles are located on st. thomas island (virgin islands). owners may contact suzuki del caribe at 787-622-0600.

2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. under temperatures below -25 degrees, moisture can freeze in the fuel pressure regulator. fuel system pressure could 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 install a redesigned intake manifold vacuum union and a new fuel pressure regulator. owner notification began june 4, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Component

Wheels

Consequence of Defect

equipment description: steel replacement wheels, part no. 4310-665d21-27s, used for spare parts on 1999-2001 suzuki grand vitara and 2001 suzuki grand vitara xl-7 multipurpose passenger vehicles. the affected wheels were produced from july 30 through september 20, 2000. the thickness of the steel wheel inboard of the area where the wheel rim is welded to the wheel disk is less than the design specification.

Corrective Action

this condition can lead to cracking of the wheel, gradual loss of air in the tire, and possible loss of vehicle control.

Recall Notes

dealers were notified to remove any of these affected wheels from the stock inventory and return to american suzuki motor company. suzuki will notify any end users which purchased the replacement wheels of the defect and to return their wheels to suzuki for a free replacement.

2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Cables

Consequence of Defect

on certain sport utility vehicles, the accelerator cable casing cap that is attached to the vehicle firewall can crack due to extended exposure to forces from the accelerator cable and insufficient long-term durability of the plastic casing cap. if the casing cap becomes cracked, movement of the inner accelerator cable through the cap can cause the inner accelerator cable to become frayed.

Corrective Action

if the inner accelerator cable becomes frayed, it can stick during vehicle operation. in the case where an accelerator cable sticks, the driver could have difficulty controlling vehicle speed, which could result in a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the accelerator cable, which includes the plastic casing cap. owner notification began on january 5, 2004. owners should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara

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

Component

Equipment:Other:Labels

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: some sport utility vehicles do not comply with the certain requirements of fmvss no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." the presentation of some of the information on the tire information label deviates from the format set forth in the standard and the label may not be "permanently affixed" as required by the standard.

Corrective Action

the label may not be fully understood by some customers.

Recall Notes

dealers will install new labels as well as an update to the owner's manual. owner notification began march 26, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor

Consequence of Defect

on certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 16-inch wheels, the front brake discs may break under severe driving conditions. the breakage can occur in conditions where the vehicle is driven on a regular basis on extremely steep paved down-slopes while continuously applying the brakes.

Corrective Action

the front brakes may become inoperative and the vehicle may pull to one side. this could result in a crash without prior warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the front brake discs on these vehicles. the recall began on november 10, 2005. these vehicles are located on st. thomas island (virgin islands). owners may contact suzuki del caribe at 787-622-0600.

2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. under temperatures below -25 degrees, moisture can freeze in the fuel pressure regulator. fuel system pressure could 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 install a redesigned intake manifold vacuum union and a new fuel pressure regulator. owner notification began june 4, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Component

Wheels

Consequence of Defect

equipment description: steel replacement wheels, part no. 4310-665d21-27s, used for spare parts on 1999-2001 suzuki grand vitara and 2001 suzuki grand vitara xl-7 multipurpose passenger vehicles. the affected wheels were produced from july 30 through september 20, 2000. the thickness of the steel wheel inboard of the area where the wheel rim is welded to the wheel disk is less than the design specification.

Corrective Action

this condition can lead to cracking of the wheel, gradual loss of air in the tire, and possible loss of vehicle control.

Recall Notes

dealers were notified to remove any of these affected wheels from the stock inventory and return to american suzuki motor company. suzuki will notify any end users which purchased the replacement wheels of the defect and to return their wheels to suzuki for a free replacement.

2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Cables

Consequence of Defect

on certain sport utility vehicles, the accelerator cable casing cap that is attached to the vehicle firewall can crack due to extended exposure to forces from the accelerator cable and insufficient long-term durability of the plastic casing cap. if the casing cap becomes cracked, movement of the inner accelerator cable through the cap can cause the inner accelerator cable to become frayed.

Corrective Action

if the inner accelerator cable becomes frayed, it can stick during vehicle operation. in the case where an accelerator cable sticks, the driver could have difficulty controlling vehicle speed, which could result in a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the accelerator cable, which includes the plastic casing cap. owner notification began on january 5, 2004. owners should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara

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.

2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor

Consequence of Defect

on certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 16-inch wheels, the front brake discs may break under severe driving conditions. the breakage can occur in conditions where the vehicle is driven on a regular basis on extremely steep paved down-slopes while continuously applying the brakes.

Corrective Action

the front brakes may become inoperative and the vehicle may pull to one side. this could result in a crash without prior warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the front brake discs on these vehicles. the recall began on november 10, 2005. these vehicles are located on st. thomas island (virgin islands). owners may contact suzuki del caribe at 787-622-0600.

1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Component

Fuel System, Gasoline:Fuel Injection System

Consequence of Defect

vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. under temperatures below -25 degrees, moisture can freeze in the fuel pressure regulator. fuel system pressure could 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 install a redesigned intake manifold vacuum union and a new fuel pressure regulator. owner notification began june 4, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Component

Wheels

Consequence of Defect

equipment description: steel replacement wheels, part no. 4310-665d21-27s, used for spare parts on 1999-2001 suzuki grand vitara and 2001 suzuki grand vitara xl-7 multipurpose passenger vehicles. the affected wheels were produced from july 30 through september 20, 2000. the thickness of the steel wheel inboard of the area where the wheel rim is welded to the wheel disk is less than the design specification.

Corrective Action

this condition can lead to cracking of the wheel, gradual loss of air in the tire, and possible loss of vehicle control.

Recall Notes

dealers were notified to remove any of these affected wheels from the stock inventory and return to american suzuki motor company. suzuki will notify any end users which purchased the replacement wheels of the defect and to return their wheels to suzuki for a free replacement.

1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Component

Vehicle Speed Control:Cables

Consequence of Defect

on certain sport utility vehicles, the accelerator cable casing cap that is attached to the vehicle firewall can crack due to extended exposure to forces from the accelerator cable and insufficient long-term durability of the plastic casing cap. if the casing cap becomes cracked, movement of the inner accelerator cable through the cap can cause the inner accelerator cable to become frayed.

Corrective Action

if the inner accelerator cable becomes frayed, it can stick during vehicle operation. in the case where an accelerator cable sticks, the driver could have difficulty controlling vehicle speed, which could result in a crash.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the accelerator cable, which includes the plastic casing cap. owner notification began on january 5, 2004. owners should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara

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.

1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Component

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Disc:Rotor

Consequence of Defect

on certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 16-inch wheels, the front brake discs may break under severe driving conditions. the breakage can occur in conditions where the vehicle is driven on a regular basis on extremely steep paved down-slopes while continuously applying the brakes.

Corrective Action

the front brakes may become inoperative and the vehicle may pull to one side. this could result in a crash without prior warning.

Recall Notes

dealers will replace the front brake discs on these vehicles. the recall began on november 10, 2005. these vehicles are located on st. thomas island (virgin islands). owners may contact suzuki del caribe at 787-622-0600.