NHTSA 17V085000 United States
Suzuki Grand Vitara recall: Power Train:manual Transmission
Official safety recall 17V085000 published by NHTSA.
High risk
Contact an authorised dealer of the maker. Recall repairs are free of charge.
Campaign17V085000
ComponentPower Train:manual Transmission
Report date2017-02-09
ManufacturerSuzuki Motor of America, Inc.
Affected vehicles
| Vehicle | Model year | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2011 | United States |
| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2012 | United States |
| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2013 | United States |
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.
If the transmission cannot be shifted, it can increase the risk of a crash.
The official remedy
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.