Recall 18V331000: 2013 Suzuki Kizashi, 2013 Suzuki SX4
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- May 17, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- 5,786
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2013 Suzuki Kizashi and SX4 vehicles equipped with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). The Transmission Control Module (TCM) may fail causing a reduction in speed or reduced vehicle acceleration.
The risk
A reduction in vehicle speed or reduced acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the TCM, free of charge. The recall began on June 11, 2018. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is 4005 to 4008.
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
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 18V331000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 4005 to 4008
- Manufacturer
- Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jun 11, 2018
- Components
- Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm/pcm/tecm) (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