Recall 00V-286: 2000 Suzuki Swift
AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Oct 3, 2000, covering about 1,593 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 225.s12, "child restraint anchorage systems." the owner's manuals accompanying these vehicles do not have certain written instructions as required by the standard.
The risk
In the event of a crash, the child seat may not be properly attached increasing the risk of injury to the child.
The fix
Owners will be sent a new owner's manual that contains the information as required by FMVSS no. 225.
Notes
Owner notification began november 13, 2000.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment › Other › Owners/Service/Other Manual |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 00V286000 |
Vehicles in this recall
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 00V-286?
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 225.s12, "child restraint anchorage systems." the owner's manuals accompanying these vehicles do not have certain written instructions as required by the standard.
How is recall 00V-286 fixed?
Owners will be sent a new owner's manual that contains the information as required by FMVSS no. 225.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.