Recall 12V397000: 2005–2006 Suzuki Forenza, 2005–2006 Suzuki Reno
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Aug 14, 2012
- Vehicles affected
- 101,688
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 Forenza and model year 2005-2006 Reno vehicles manufactured from September 23, 2003, through March 7, 2006. Increased resistance due to poor contact between the terminals of certain wires can generate heat that can melt the splice pack used to connect the power circuit wires for the headlamps. This can result in intermittent or total loss of low/high beam headlamp function.
The risk
If the headlamps fail to function, this will lead to reduced driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Suzuki will notify owners, and Suzuki dealers will reconnect the affected wires with two heat-shrink crimps, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 25, 2012. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-877-697-8985.
Notes
Suzuki's recall campaign number is NU.Customers may contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2005 Suzuki Forenza
- 2006 Suzuki Forenza
- 2005 Suzuki Reno
- 2006 Suzuki Reno
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 12V397000
- Manufacturer campaign
- NU
- Manufacturer
- AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
- Owner letters
- Sep 25, 2012
- Components
- Electrical system:wiring:interior/under dash (Electrical System); Exterior lighting:headlights (Lighting)
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