2008-2010 Suzuki Equator, Suzuki Grand Vitara and others recall: navigational system(global positioning system)

American Suzuki Motor Corp. reported this safety recall on September 1, 2010. It covers about 20,692 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 20,692
reported: Sep 1, 2010
owners notified: Sep 24, 2010

Equipment: electrical: navigational system(global positioning system)

What is wrong: Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 sx4, 2010 grand vitara, and 2009 through 2010 equator vehicles that were equipped with a garmin nuvi model 750, 760, and 765 navigation system. The batteries contained in the affected GPS units can overheat.
Risk: Overheated batteries could result in a fire.
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by garmin technicians by replacing the battery and inserting a spacer on top of the battery free of charge. The safety recall began on september 24, 2010. Owners may contact garmin directly at 1‑866‑957‑1981 or suzuki at 1‑887‑697‑8985. Owners may also visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.

Recall number 10V392000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 10V392000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2010 Suzuki Equator, Suzuki Grand Vitara and others navigational system(global positioning system)?

Yes. Recall 10V392000, reported on September 1, 2010, covers about 20,692 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V392000?

Suzuki will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by garmin technicians by replacing the battery and inserting a spacer on top of the battery free of charge. The safety recall began on september 24, 2010. Owners may contact garmin directly at 1‑866‑957‑1981 or suzuki at 1‑887‑697‑8985. Owners may also visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.

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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