Recall 10V-213: 2010 Suzuki Equator

AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on May 19, 2010, covering about 582 vehicles.

NHTSA number
10V-213
Report date
May 19, 2010
Vehicles affected
582
Owners notified
Jun 1, 2010

The problem

Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2010 equator pickup trucks manufactured from november 20, 2009 through march 3, 2010. The lower control link bushing collars, located in the front suspension, may contain welds that do not meet strength specifications. If a collar weld separates, it may change the wheel alignment, potentially allowing the vehicle handling characteristics to deteriorate.

The risk

This could cause the driver to have difficulty controlling the vehicle which could result in a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect, and if necessary replace, one or both lower control links on the vehicle free of charge. The safety recall began on june 1, 2010. Owners may contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

Notes

Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerAMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
ComponentSuspension › Front › Control Arm
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number10V213000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Suzuki Equator2010All years

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 10V-213?

Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2010 equator pickup trucks manufactured from november 20, 2009 through march 3, 2010. The lower control link bushing collars, located in the front suspension, may contain welds that do not meet strength specifications. If a collar weld separates, it may change the wheel alignment, potentially allowing the vehicle handling characteristics to deteriorate.

How is recall 10V-213 fixed?

Dealers will inspect, and if necessary replace, one or both lower control links on the vehicle free of charge. The safety recall began on june 1, 2010. Owners may contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

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.