Recall 17V085000: 2009–2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Feb 9, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 791
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Grand Vitara vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The gear shift rear shaft on these vehicles may break, preventing the gears from being able to be changed.
The risk
If the transmission cannot be shifted, it can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the gear shift rear shaft, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is VZ.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
- 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
- 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara
- 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
- 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V085000
- Manufacturer campaign
- VZ
- Manufacturer
- Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Mar 3, 2017
- Components
- Power train:manual transmission (Transmission & Drivetrain)
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