Recall 10V250000: 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara, 2005–2006 Suzuki XL-7
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jun 9, 2010
- Vehicles affected
- 46,549
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Suzuki is recalling certain model year model year 2006 grand vitara and model year 2005-2006 xl-7 vehicles. The tension adjuster pulley for the drive belt that operates the power steering pump and air conditioner compressor (if equipped) has an outer portion that is made of plastic. Repeated heat stress can cause the plastic material to deteriorate and pieces of the pulley can break off.
The risk
Broken pieces of the pulley can get caught between the pulley and the drive belt, causing the drive belt to come off and resulting in the driver needing increased effort to steer the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the power steering pump drive belt tension adjuster pulley free of charge. The safety recall began on june 28, 2010. Owners may contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.
Notes
Suzuki safety recall no.sb.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Affected vehicles
- 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
- 2005 Suzuki XL-7
- 2006 Suzuki XL-7
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 10V250000
- Manufacturer campaign
- SB
- Manufacturer
- AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
- Owner letters
- Jun 28, 2010
- Components
- Steering:hydraulic power assist:pump (Steering)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology