recall information
Recall number
REC-001250
PRA number
2011/12354
Campaign number
SSR02
Original published date
make and model information
Make
SUZUKI
Model
Grand Vitara
Affected units
5,555
What are the defects?
The engine drive belt tension adjuster pulley, which maintains tension of the engine drive belt for various ancillaries, has been found to potentially have an incorrectly manufactured internal spring.
What are the hazards?
Reduced tension in the belt may result in the dashboard warning lamps illuminating. In the worst case the belt may dislodge from the power steering pulley and the driver will need to increase efforts to steer the vehicle.
What should consumers do?
Suzuki will write to owners of affected vehicles.
Owners are advised to contact their authorised Suzuki dealership for inspection and replacement of the tensioner assembly.
Owners are advised to contact their authorised Suzuki dealership for inspection and replacement of the tensioner assembly.
Supplier details
Suzuki Australia Pty Ltd
Responsible regulator
Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts is the responsible regulator for this recall.
