Recall 10V-392
AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. recalled the 2009 to 2010 Suzuki Equator and 2 other models: Equipment (electrical, navigational system(global positioning system)).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 10V-392
- Reported
- September 1, 2010
- Vehicles affected
- 20,692 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 sx4, 2010 grand vitara, and 2009 through 2010 equator vehicles that were equipped with a garmin nuvi model 750, 760, and 765 navigation system. The batteries contained in the affected GPS units can overheat.
The risk
Overheated batteries could result in a fire.
The fix
Suzuki will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by garmin technicians by replacing the battery and inserting a spacer on top of the battery free of charge. The safety recall began on september 24, 2010. Owners may contact garmin directly at 1-[removed] or suzuki at 1-[removed]. Owners may also visit garmin's website at [link removed]
Notes from the manufacturer
Suzuki's recall campaign number is sj.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .
Affected vehicles
- Suzuki Equator 2009 to 2010
- Suzuki Grand Vitara 2010
- Suzuki SX4 2008 to 2010