REC-001250

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0 SUZUKI Grand Vitara

Category: Light Vehicle · Supplier: Suzuki Australia Pty Ltd

Recall date: 18 February 2011

Defect

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.

Hazard

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.

Remedy

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.

What should you do?

Check your VIN below to confirm whether your specific vehicle is affected.
Contact the supplier — Suzuki Australia Pty Ltd — or your nearest authorised dealer to arrange the recall remedy.
Recall repairs are free of charge. The manufacturer or supplier is legally required to fix the defect at no cost to you.
If you have difficulty getting the recall addressed, contact the Department of Infrastructure or your state's consumer protection agency.

Check Your VIN

Enter your Vehicle Identification Number to check if your specific vehicle is affected by this recall.

Source: https://www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au/recalls/rec-001250