2004 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA Recalls (2)

Campaign:
03V512000 on 12/10/2003
Component:
Vehicle speed control:cables
Manufactured:
06/30/1998 - 06/29/2003
Affected:
196,876
Defect:
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.
Consequence:
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.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
Suzuki recall no. em.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Campaign:
05V452000 on 10/04/2005
Component:
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor
Manufactured:
01/31/1998 - 08/30/2005
Affected:
801
Defect:
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.
Consequence:
The front brakes may become inoperative and the vehicle may pull to one side. this could result in a crash without prior warning.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
Suzuki recall no. 99-hq.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

2004 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA TSBs (8)

Bulletin:
0304214
Component:
034510 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
Summary:
Service manual update on the front brake caliper service procedure. *tt
Bulletin:
1405175
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Modification of main bearing oil clearance and the bearing selection procedure. 1999-2005 suzuki vitara sq420/sq625l, grand vitara sq625w, and xl-7 ja627 *sc
Bulletin:
1208085
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Service manual update, a/c wiring diagram correction grand vitara sq625w/xl-7 ja627 *sc
Bulletin:
1410285R
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Modification of main bearing oil clearance and the bearing selection procedure. *tt
Bulletin:
1511075
Component:
060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:
Ecm reprogramming for poor cold start. *tt
Bulletin:
0212144R
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Airbag light on and clock/temp display flashes. *tt
Bulletin:
1703296
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Exhaust noise can be heard from under the vehicle. *tt
Bulletin:
0707037
Component:
105500 power train:driveline:differential unit
Summary:
Service manual update. differential carrier, differential cover, and differential bolts have been modified. *kb

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