1999-2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara and Suzuki XL7 recall: cables

American Suzuki Motor Corp. reported this safety recall on December 5, 2003. It covers about 196,876 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 196,876
reported: Dec 5, 2003
owners notified: Jan 5, 2004
related complaints: 79

Vehicle speed control: cables

What is wrong: On certain sport utility vehicles, the accelerator cable casing cap that is attached to the vehicle firewall can crack due to extended exposure to forces from the accelerator cable and insufficient long-term durability of the plastic casing cap. If the casing cap becomes cracked, movement of the inner accelerator cable through the cap can cause the inner accelerator cable to become frayed.
Risk: If the inner accelerator cable becomes frayed, it can stick during vehicle operation. In the case where an accelerator cable sticks, the driver could have difficulty controlling vehicle speed, which could result in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the accelerator cable, which includes the plastic casing cap. Owner notification began on january 5, 2004. Owners should contact suzuki at 1‑800‑934‑0934.

Recall number 03V512000

Affected vehicles

Suzuki Grand Vitara 1999-2004 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004
Suzuki XL7 2001-2004 2001 2002 2003 2004

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 79 complaints about acceleration problems.

2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2001 Suzuki XL7 2002 Suzuki XL7 2003 Suzuki XL7 2004 Suzuki XL7

Questions about recall 03V512000

Is there a recall on the 1999-2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara and Suzuki XL7 cables?

Yes. Recall 03V512000, reported on December 5, 2003, covers about 196,876 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V512000?

Dealers will replace the accelerator cable, which includes the plastic casing cap. Owner notification began on january 5, 2004. Owners 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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