Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc | NHTSA Recall #14V262000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 14V262000 by Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc. Affecting model year 2004-2008 forenza vehicles, and 2005-2008 reno vehicles manufactured from september 1, 2003, through july 30, 2008 Includes 184,244 affected units, Headlamp Switch or DRL Module Overheating, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2004-2008 forenza vehicles, and 2005-2008 reno vehicles manufactured from september 1, 2003, through july 30, 2008

Defect Summary

Suzuki motor of america, inc. (suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 forenza vehicles, and 2005-2008 reno vehicles manufactured from september 1, 2003, through july 30, 2008. in the affected vehicles, heat may be generated in the headlamp switch or daytime running light (drl) module which could melt the headlamp switch or the drl module.

Corrective Action

Suzuki will replace the signal switch and add a jumper relay kit and will replace the drl module in teh instrument panel harness. Suzuki distributed to owners an interim letter on july 30, 2014. The recall began october 29, 2014. owners may contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934. suzuki's number for this recall is xa.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 14V262000
Manufacturer: Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc
Report Received Date: 2014-05-19T00:00:00
Subject: Headlamp switch or drl module overheating
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 184,244

Details

MFR Campaign Number: XA
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Suzuki motor of america, inc. (suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 forenza vehicles, and 2005-2008 reno vehicles manufactured from september 1, 2003, through july 30, 2008. in the affected vehicles, heat may be generated in the headlamp switch or daytime running light (drl) module which could melt the headlamp switch or the drl module.
Consequence Summary: If the heat generated within the headlamp switch or drl module located on the left side of the steering column melts the headlamp switch or drl module, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Corrective Action: Suzuki will replace the signal switch and add a jumper relay kit and will replace the drl module in teh instrument panel harness. Suzuki distributed to owners an interim letter on july 30, 2014. The recall began october 29, 2014. owners may contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934. suzuki's number for this recall is xa.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 18.17

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NHTSA ID: 14V262000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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