Recall 01V-146
AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. recalled the 1999 to 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara: Fuel system, gasoline (fuel injection system).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 01V-146
- Reported
- April 27, 2001
- Vehicles affected
- 59,888 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Under temperatures below -25 degrees, moisture can freeze in the fuel pressure regulator. Fuel system pressure could increase at the time of engine start up, causing fuel loss at the fuel pipe/fuel hose connection.
The risk
Fuel loss in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will install a redesigned intake manifold vacuum union and a new fuel pressure regulator. Owner notification began june 4, 2001. 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-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Suzuki Grand Vitara 1999 to 2001