Suzuki Grand Vitara 2010
Model Grand Vitara made in 2010 by Suzuki got 2 recalls as well as 7 service bulletins. Technical service bulletines regarding air bags and engine and engine cooling. There were some recalls concerningelectrical system and equipment. The car has 2 modeles with engines 2.4 and 3.2.
Model 2010
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | R | 19/26/22 | 24.1181/35.8103/28.272 | G | 1774 | Special Purpose Vehicle, SUV 2WD | 02/07/2009 |
| 2.4 | 4 | Automatic, 4 gears | R | 19/25/21 | 24.0663/34.2831/27.7936 | G | 1856 | Special Purpose Vehicle, SUV 2WD | 02/07/2009 |
| 3.2 | 6 | Automatic, 5 gears | R | 18/24/20 | 21.9699/33.7628/26.0671 | G | 1950 | Special Purpose Vehicle, SUV 2WD | 02/07/2009 |
| 2.4 | 4 | Manual, 5 gears | 4 | 19/25/21 | 23.346/34.2513/27.2503 | G | 1856 | Special Purpose Vehicle, SUV 4WD | 02/07/2009 |
| 2.4 | 4 | Automatic, 4 gears | 4 | 19/23/20 | 23.4214/32.2765/26.7202 | G | 1950 | Special Purpose Vehicle, SUV 4WD | 02/07/2009 |
| 3.2 | 6 | Automatic, 5 gears | 4 | 17/23/19 | 20.8755/32.2747/24.8204 | G | 2051 | Special Purpose Vehicle, SUV 4WD | 02/07/2009 |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR | ||||||||||||||||
| 11V055000 | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | V (Vehicle) | 32291 | 02/16/2011 | MFR | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | 01/27/2011 | 02/02/2011 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 suzuki grand vitara multipurpose passenger vehicles equipped with 4-cylinder engines; model year 2011 suzuki grand vitara multipurpose passenger vehicles produced prior to october 17, 2010; model year 2010 suzuki sx4 passenger vehicles; and 2011 suzuki sx4 passenger vehicles produced prior to october 14, 2010. the tension adjuster pulley for the drive belt that operates the alternator, water pump, air conditioner compressor and power steering pump, has an improperly manufactured internal spring that can break due to repeated stress. if the spring breaks, the drive belt will not be adjusted properly and can slip, causing a squeaking noise. or the drive belt could come off causing the driver to increase to steer the vehicle. this can also cause the coolant temperature indication to rise, which can lead to the engine overheating, or can cause the charging light to come on, which can lead to battery discharge and engine stall. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If the drive belt comes off, requiring the driver to use increased steering effort, or the engine stalls, a vehicle crash could occur | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the tension adjuster pulley with an improved part. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on february 16, 2011. owners may contact suzuki at 1-887-697-8985 or visit suzuki's website at http://www.suzukiauto.com. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Suzuki safety recall no. sm.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
| EQUIPMENT | ||||||||||||||||
| 10V392000 | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | V (Vehicle) | 20692 | 09/24/2010 | MFR | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | 09/01/2010 | 09/03/2010 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 sx4, 2010 grand vitara, and 2009 through 2010 equator vehicles that were equipped with a garmin nuvi model 750, 760, and 765 navigation system. the batteries contained in the affected gps units can overheat. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Overheated batteries could result in a fire. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Suzuki will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by garmin technicians by replacing the battery and inserting a spacer on top of the battery free of charge. the safety recall began on september 24, 2010. owners may contact garmin directly at 1-866-957-1981 or suzuki at 1-887-697-8985. owners may also visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Suzuki's recall campaign number is sj.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL | |||||
| SC-60R-1 | 05/13/2012 | 10044319 | Suzuki: on certain vehicles, within the front passenger seat bottom cushion, the sensing sensor mat, an electric circuit disconnection may have developed, due to repeated flexing. *pe | 06/12/2012 | |
| TSB-TS06-05212 | 06/12/2012 | 10044320 | Suzuki: the front passenger seat bottom cushion assembly has the sensor mat located within and the electric disconnection (open) will occur due to repeated flexing, that may develop. *pe | 06/12/2012 | |
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL - SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE | |||||
| TSB-TS06-05212 | 06/12/2012 | 10044320 | Suzuki: the front passenger seat bottom cushion assembly has the sensor mat located within and the electric disconnection (open) will occur due to repeated flexing, that may develop. *pe | 06/12/2012 | |
| ABE-ZA-120418 | 04/18/2012 | 10044041 | Suzuki: warranty extension for 'air bag' warning light illumination. *js | 05/08/2012 | |
| ABE-ZA-120418 | 07/25/2012 | SCE-ZA | 10044041 | Suzuki: see document search button for owner letter. warranty extension for 'air bag' warning light illumination. *js updated 7/25/12. *pe | 05/08/2012 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| TS-34-04262 | 01/01/2012 | 10044035 | Suzuki: service manual update: tensioner and idler pulley removal and installation. *js | 05/08/2012 | |
| PARKING BRAKE - DRIVELINE - HYDRAULIC - ACTUATOR | |||||
| TS-09-12090 | 04/16/2010 | 10035624 | Suzuki vehicle: change in esp actuator assembly. warning light comes on after vehicle is started. when starting the vehicle if the battery is not fully charged, the battery voltage may drop to a level that the esp unit judges to be below | 03/02/2011 | |
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MO | Kansas City | 64118 | Northtowne of Liberty, Inc. | 4532710 |
| OH | Chillicothe | 45601 | Herrnstein Chrysler, Inc. | 7732203 |
| PA | Pottsville | 17901 | Pottsville Ford, Inc. | 622-1991 |