Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #13V572000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 13V572000 by Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc. Affecting model year 2013 sx4 vehicles manufactured december 26, 2012, through february 4, 2013 and equipped with a continuously variable transmission Includes 142 affected units, Torque Converter Bolts may Loosen causing Stall, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2013 sx4 vehicles manufactured december 26, 2012, through february 4, 2013 and equipped with a continuously variable transmission

Defect Summary

Suzuki del caribe (suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2013 sx4 vehicles manufactured december 26, 2012, through february 4, 2013 and equipped with a continuously variable transmission. The bolts that fasten the drive plate to the torque converter may not have been installed with sufficient torque and may loosen and come out.

Corrective Action

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque converter bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on january 7, 2014. owners may contact suzuki at 1-800-572-1490. Suzuki's recall number is ve.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 13V572000
Manufacturer: Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2013-11-18T00:00:00
Subject: Torque converter bolts may loosen causing stall
Component: Power Train
Potentially Affected Units: 142

Details

MFR Campaign Number: VE
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Suzuki del caribe (suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2013 sx4 vehicles manufactured december 26, 2012, through february 4, 2013 and equipped with a continuously variable transmission. The bolts that fasten the drive plate to the torque converter may not have been installed with sufficient torque and may loosen and come out.
Consequence Summary: If the bolts detach they can get caught between the drive plate and cylinder block, which may cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque converter bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on january 7, 2014. owners may contact suzuki at 1-800-572-1490. Suzuki's recall number is ve.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 12.68

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SID: row-3jre-2m48~afef
NHTSA ID: 13V572000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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