Recall 11V593000: 2011–2012 Suzuki Equator
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Dec 19, 2011
- Vehicles affected
- 73
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 equator pickup trucks manufactured from june 16, 2011, through august 31, 2011. Some of the bolts that connect the engine oil cooler and the engine oil filter to the engine in these vehicles may have been manufactured to below specification strength. As a result, the bolt may break at the oil filter attachment point and can cause an engine oil leak.
The risk
If there is an engine oil leak, the engine oil pressure would drop and the engine could seize, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Suzuki will notify owners and dealers will replace the connector bolts free of charge. The safety recall began on january 11, 2012. Owners may contact suzuki at 1-714-996-7040.
Notes
Suzuki's safety recall number is nt.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
- 2011 Suzuki Equator
- 2012 Suzuki Equator
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 11V593000
- Manufacturer campaign
- NT
- Manufacturer
- AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
- Owner letters
- Jan 11, 2012
- Components
- Engine and engine cooling (Engine)
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