NHTSA Recall 03V512000
NHTSA Campaign Id 03V512000; Date: Dec. 5, 2003
If the inner accelerator cable becomes frayed, it can stick during vehicle operation. In the case where an accelerator cable sticks, the driver could have difficulty controlling vehicle speed, which could result in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara; 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara; 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara; 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara; 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara; 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara; 2001 Suzuki Xl-7; 2002 Suzuki Xl-7; 2003 Suzuki Xl-7; 2004 Suzuki Xl-7
Component: Vehicle Speed Control:cables
Manufactured by: American Suzuki Motor Corp.
Affected Units:: 196,876
Recall Summary:
On certain sport utility vehicles, the accelerator cable casing cap that is attached to the vehicle firewall can crack due to extended exposure to forces from the accelerator cable and insufficient long-term durability of the plastic casing cap. If the casing cap becomes cracked, movement of the inner accelerator cable through the cap can cause the inner accelerator cable to become frayed.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the accelerator cable, which includes the plastic casing cap. Owner notification began on January 5, 2004. Owners should contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.
Recall Notes:
Suzuki recall no. Em. Customers can 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: Jan 5, 2004
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