NHTSA Recall 14V262000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V262000; Date: May. 19, 2014
If the heat generated within the headlamp switch or drl module located on the left side of the steering column melts the headlamp switch or drl module, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2004 Suzuki Forenza; 2005 Suzuki Forenza; 2006 Suzuki Forenza; 2007 Suzuki Forenza; 2008 Suzuki Forenza; 2005 Suzuki Reno; 2006 Suzuki Reno; 2007 Suzuki Reno; 2008 Suzuki Reno
Component: Exterior Lighting:headlights
Manufactured by: Suzuki Motor Of America, Inc.
Affected Units:: 184,244
Recall Summary:
Suzuki motor of America, inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 forenza vehicles, and 2005-2008 reno vehicles manufactured from September 1, 2003, through July 30, 2008. In the affected vehicles, heat may be generated in the headlamp switch or daytime running light (drl) module which could melt the headlamp switch or the drl module.
How to Fix:
Suzuki will notify owners but the manufacturer has not yet provided a notification schedule. Suzuki will replace the signal switch and add a jumper relay kit and will replace the drl module in teh instrument panel harness. Suzuki distributed to owners an interim letter on July 30, 2014. The recall began October 29, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is xa.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 29, 2014
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