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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 11V055📅 Feb 2, 2011

2009–2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara & 2010–2011 Suzuki SX4 recall: electrical system

⚠️ What's wrong

Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 suzuki Grand Vitara multipurpose passenger vehicles equipped with 4-CYLINDER engines; model year 2011 suzuki Grand Vitara multipurpose passenger vehicles produced prior to october 17, 2010; model year 2010 suzuki SX4 passenger vehicles; and 2011 suzuki SX4 passenger vehicles produced prior to october 14, 2010. The tension adjuster pulley for the drive belt that operates the alternator, water pump, air conditioner compressor and power steering pump, has an improperly manufactured internal spring that CAN break due to repeated stress. If the spring breaks, the drive belt will not be adjusted properly and CAN slip, causing a squeaking noise. Or the drive belt could come off causing the driver to increase to steer the vehicle. This CAN also cause the coolant temperature indication to rise, which CAN lead to the engine overheating, or CAN cause the charging light to come on, which CAN lead to battery discharge and engine stall.

💥 The risk

If the drive belt comes off, requiring the driver to use increased steering effort, or the engine stalls, a vehicle crash could occur

🔧 The fix

Dealers will replace the tension adjuster pulley with an improved part. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on february 16, 2011. Owners may contact suzuki at 1-887-697-8985 or visit suzuki's website at http://www.suzukiauto.com.

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
11V055000
Manufacturer recall #
SM
Manufacturer
AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
Vehicles affected
32,291
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Owner phone
1-887-697-8985
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Feb 16, 2011
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Suzuki safety recall no. Sm.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 http://www.safercar.gov .

Vehicles in this recall

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

FAQ

Is the 11V055 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 11V055?

2009–2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara & 2010–2011 Suzuki SX4. 32,291 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 1-887-697-8985.