2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara recall: driveshaft
American Suzuki Motor Corp. reported this safety recall on December 1, 2005. It covers about 95 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 95
- reported
- Dec 1, 2005
- owners notified
- Feb 13, 2006
- related complaints
- 8
Power train: driveline: driveshaft
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, the left side of the retainer rear drive shaft may crack and the gears may get stuck due to oil leakage by the retainer.
- Risk
- This can lead to the rear differential gears locking up and the vehicle may become disabled increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the left side of the retainer rear drive shaft. Suzuki will call owners on or about december 15, 2005. Followup letters to owners were mailed on february 13, 2006. Owners may contact suzuki at 1‑800‑934‑0934.
Recall number 05V548000
Affected vehicles
- Suzuki Grand Vitara 2006 2006
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 8 complaints about transmission problems.
Questions about recall 05V548000
Is there a recall on the 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara driveshaft?
Yes. Recall 05V548000, reported on December 1, 2005, covers about 95 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 05V548000?
Dealers will inspect and replace the left side of the retainer rear drive shaft. Suzuki will call owners on or about december 15, 2005. Followup letters to owners were mailed on february 13, 2006. Owners may 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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