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1999-2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara recall: fuel injection system

American Suzuki Motor Corp. reported this safety recall on April 27, 2001. It covers about 59,888 vehicles.

vehicles affected
59,888
reported
Apr 27, 2001
owners notified
Jun 4, 2001
related complaints
53

Fuel system, gasoline: fuel injection system

What is wrong
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Under temperatures below -25 degrees, moisture can freeze in the fuel pressure regulator. Fuel system pressure could increase at the time of engine start up, causing fuel loss at the fuel pipe/fuel hose connection.
Risk
Fuel loss in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install a redesigned intake manifold vacuum union and a new fuel pressure regulator. Owner notification began june 4, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact suzuki at 1‑800‑934‑0934.

Recall number 01V146000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 53 complaints about fuel system problems.

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Questions about recall 01V146000

Is there a recall on the 1999-2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara fuel injection system?

Yes. Recall 01V146000, reported on April 27, 2001, covers about 59,888 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V146000?

Dealers will install a redesigned intake manifold vacuum union and a new fuel pressure regulator. Owner notification began june 4, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact suzuki at 1‑800‑934‑0934.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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