Recall
Suzuki Grand Vitara — 17V085000
NHTSA ID
17V085000
Make
Suzuki
Model
Grand Vitara
Years Affected
2009
Recall Date
2017-02-09
Component
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Units Affected
791
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
VZ
Summary
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.
Consequence
If the transmission cannot be shifted, it can increase the risk of a crash.
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.