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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 03V512📅 Dec 11, 2003

2000–2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara & 2001–2004 Suzuki XL-7 recall: speed control

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain sport utility vehicles, the accelerator cable casing cap that is attached to the vehicle firewall CAN crack due to extended exposure to forces from the accelerator cable and insufficient long-term durability of the plastic casing cap. If the casing cap becomes cracked, movement of the inner accelerator cable through the cap CAN cause the inner accelerator cable to become frayed.

💥 The risk

If the inner accelerator cable becomes frayed, it CAN stick during vehicle operation. In the case where an accelerator cable sticks, the driver could have difficulty controlling vehicle speed, which could result in a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will replace the accelerator cable, which includes the plastic casing cap. Owner notification began on january 5, 2004. Owners should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
03V512000
Manufacturer recall #
EM
Manufacturer
AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
Vehicles affected
196,876
Component
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
Owner phone
1-800-934-0934
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jan 5, 2004
Built
Jul 1, 1998 – Jun 30, 2003
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Suzuki recall no. Em.customers CAN also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 03V512 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 03V512?

2000–2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara & 2001–2004 Suzuki XL-7. 196,876 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Suzuki dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-934-0934.