NHTSA Recall 01V146000
NHTSA Campaign Id 01V146000; Date: Apr. 27, 2001
Fuel loss in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara; 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara; 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System
Manufactured by: American Suzuki Motor Corp.
Affected Units:: 59,888
Recall Summary:
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.
How to 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 1-800-934-0934.
Recall Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 4, 2001
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