Power train: manual transmissionRecall 17V-085 · 2009–2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. recall 17V-085 covers 791 2009–2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara for a power train: manual transmission problem, reported to NHTSA on February 9, 2017. The manufacturer's latest report (2018 Q2) shows 32% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 17V085000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Grand Vitara vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The gear shift rear shaft on these vehicles may break, preventing the gears from being able to be changed.
The risk
If the transmission cannot be shifted, it can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the gear shift rear shaft, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is VZ.
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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
32%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA. 57 vehicles were listed as unreachable.