Recall 19V-187
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. recalled the 2006 to 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 1 other model: Air bags (sensor, occupant classification); Seats.
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 19V-187
- Reported
- March 7, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- 31,302 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
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.
The risk
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.
The fix
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-[removed]. Suzuki's numbers for this recall are 4011 and 4012.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Suzuki Grand Vitara 2006 to 2013
- Suzuki Kizashi 2010 to 2013