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2009-2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara and Suzuki SX4 recall: alternator/generator/regulator

American Suzuki Motor Corp. reported this safety recall on January 27, 2011. It covers about 32,291 vehicles.

vehicles affected
32,291
reported
Jan 27, 2011
owners notified
Feb 16, 2011
related complaints
17

Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator

What is wrong
Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 suzuki grand vitara multipurpose passenger vehicles equipped with 4-cylinder engines; model year 2011 suzuki grand vitara multipurpose passenger vehicles produced prior to october 17, 2010; model year 2010 suzuki sx4 passenger vehicles; and 2011 suzuki sx4 passenger vehicles produced prior to october 14, 2010. The tension adjuster pulley for the drive belt that operates the alternator, water pump, air conditioner compressor and power steering pump, has an improperly manufactured internal spring that can break due to repeated stress. If the spring breaks, the drive belt will not be adjusted properly and can slip, causing a squeaking noise. Or the drive belt could come off causing the driver to increase to steer the vehicle. This can also cause the coolant temperature indication to rise, which can lead to the engine overheating, or can cause the charging light to come on, which can lead to battery discharge and engine stall.
Risk
If the drive belt comes off, requiring the driver to use increased steering effort, or the engine stalls, a vehicle crash could occur
Remedy
Dealers will replace the tension adjuster pulley with an improved part. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on february 16, 2011. Owners may contact suzuki at 1‑887‑697‑8985 or visit suzuki's website at http://www.suzukiauto.com.

Recall number 11V055000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 17 complaints about electrical problems.

2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara2010 Suzuki SX42011 Suzuki SX4

Questions about recall 11V055000

Is there a recall on the 2009-2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara and Suzuki SX4 alternator/generator/regulator?

Yes. Recall 11V055000, reported on January 27, 2011, covers about 32,291 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 11V055000?

Dealers will replace the tension adjuster pulley with an improved part. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on february 16, 2011. Owners may contact suzuki at 1‑887‑697‑8985 or visit suzuki's website at http://www.suzukiauto.com.

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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