1999-2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara and Suzuki XL7 recall: rotor

American Suzuki Motor Corp. reported this safety recall on October 5, 2005. It covers about 801 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 801
reported: Oct 5, 2005
owners notified: Nov 10, 2005
related complaints: 63

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotor

What is wrong: On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 16-inch wheels, the front brake discs may break under severe driving conditions. The breakage can occur in conditions where the vehicle is driven on a regular basis on extremely steep paved down-slopes while continuously applying the brakes.
Risk: The front brakes may become inoperative and the vehicle may pull to one side. This could result in a crash without prior warning.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front brake discs on these vehicles. The recall began on november 10, 2005. These vehicles are located on st. Thomas island (virgin islands). Owners may contact suzuki del caribe at 787‑622‑0600.

Recall number 05V452000

Affected vehicles

Suzuki Grand Vitara 1999-2005 1999 2000 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005
Suzuki XL7 2001-2006 2001 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 63 complaints about brakes problems.

2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2003 Suzuki XL7 2004 Suzuki XL7 2005 Suzuki XL7 2006 Suzuki XL7

Questions about recall 05V452000

Is there a recall on the 1999-2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara and Suzuki XL7 rotor?

Yes. Recall 05V452000, reported on October 5, 2005, covers about 801 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 05V452000?

Dealers will replace the front brake discs on these vehicles. The recall began on november 10, 2005. These vehicles are located on st. Thomas island (virgin islands). Owners may contact suzuki del caribe at 787‑622‑0600.

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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