2012 SUZUKI Grand Vitara Recalls

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Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kizashi and 2006-2013 Grand Vitara vehicles. The front passenger leather seat may shrink due to high humidity and high temperature. As a result, the occupant classification system (OCS) sensor mat may not accurately detect if an adult or child is occupying the seat.

NHTSA 19V187000

Report Date

07/03/2019

Component

SEATS

Manufacturer

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.

Consequence: In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, an incorrect classification may result in the passenger frontal air bag deploying even if there is a child in the front passenger seat, increasing their risk of injury.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat bottom cushion, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2019. All second letters notifying owners of the remedy were mailed by April 10, 2020. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's numbers for this recall are 4011 and 4012.

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Grand Vitara vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The gear shift rear shaft on these vehicles may break, preventing the gears from being able to be changed.

NHTSA 17V085000

Report Date

09/02/2017

Component

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

Manufacturer

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.

Consequence: If the transmission cannot be shifted, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy / Corrective Action

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the gear shift rear shaft, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is VZ.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many recalls does the 2012 SUZUKI Grand Vitara have?

The 2012 SUZUKI Grand Vitara currently has 2 recalls according to NHTSA records. All recall information is sourced directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration database.

Are 2012 SUZUKI Grand Vitara recalls free to fix?

Yes! All safety recalls for 2012 SUZUKI Grand Vitara vehicles must be repaired free of charge by authorized dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. Contact your local SUZUKI dealer to schedule a recall repair.

How do I check if my 2012 SUZUKI Grand Vitara has open recalls?

You can check for open recalls by entering your VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) in our VIN decoder tool. The 17-character VIN can be found on your vehicle registration, insurance card, or on the driver's side dashboard visible through the windshield.