Recall 10V-250: 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara, 2005–2006 Suzuki XL-7

AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Jun 9, 2010, covering about 46,549 vehicles.

NHTSA number
10V-250
Report date
Jun 9, 2010
Vehicles affected
46,549
Owners notified
Jun 28, 2010

The problem

Suzuki is recalling certain model year model year 2006 grand vitara and model year 2005-2006 xl-7 vehicles. The tension adjuster pulley for the drive belt that operates the power steering pump and air conditioner compressor (If equipped) has an outer portion that is made of plastic. Repeated heat stress can cause the plastic material to deteriorate and pieces of the pulley can break off.

The risk

Broken pieces of the pulley can get caught between the pulley and the drive belt, causing the drive belt to come off and resulting in the driver needing increased effort to steer the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the power steering pump drive belt tension adjuster pulley free of charge. The safety recall began on june 28, 2010. Owners may contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

Notes

Suzuki safety recall no.sb.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.
ComponentSteering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Pump
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number10V250000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Suzuki Grand Vitara2006All years
Suzuki XL-72005, 2006All 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-250?

Suzuki is recalling certain model year model year 2006 grand vitara and model year 2005-2006 xl-7 vehicles. The tension adjuster pulley for the drive belt that operates the power steering pump and air conditioner compressor (If equipped) has an outer portion that is made of plastic. Repeated heat stress can cause the plastic material to deteriorate and pieces of the pulley can break off.

How is recall 10V-250 fixed?

Dealers will replace the power steering pump drive belt tension adjuster pulley free of charge. The safety recall began on june 28, 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.