NHTSA Recall 17V085000
Filed by Suzuki Motor USA, LLC. Component: Power Train. Reported 2017-02-09. An estimated 791 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
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.
Risk
If the transmission cannot be shifted, it can increase the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
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.
Manufacturer campaign number: 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.