Recall 10V392000: 2009–2010 Suzuki Equator, 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara, 2008–2010 Suzuki SX4
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Sep 1, 2010
- Vehicles affected
- 20,692
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 sx4, 2010 grand vitara, and 2009 through 2010 equator vehicles that were equipped with a garmin nuvi model 750, 760, and 765 navigation system. The batteries contained in the affected gps units can overheat.
The risk
Overheated batteries could result in a fire.
The fix
Suzuki will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by garmin technicians by replacing the battery and inserting a spacer on top of the battery free of charge. The safety recall began on september 24, 2010. Owners may contact garmin directly at 1-866-957-1981 or suzuki at 1-887-697-8985. Owners may also visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.
Notes
Suzuki's recall campaign number is sj.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
- 2009 Suzuki Equator
- 2010 Suzuki Equator
- 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
- 2008 Suzuki SX4
- 2009 Suzuki SX4
- 2010 Suzuki SX4
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 10V392000
- Manufacturer campaign
- SJ
- Manufacturer
- AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
- Owner letters
- Sep 24, 2010
- Components
- Equipment:electrical:navigational system(global positioning system) (Other / Unknown)
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