NHTSA recall campaign
17V085000
ManufacturerSuzuki Motor of America, Inc.Reported2017-02-09Affected791 vehicles
What was wrong
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.
Manufacturer 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.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →