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NHTSA Campaign Number: 18V667
Manufacturer Suzuki
Motor of America, Inc.
Components STEERING
Potential Number of Units Affected 1,107
Power Steering Tensioner Pulley Damage
Broken pieces of the pulley can get caught between the pulley and the drive belt, causing the drive belt to come off, resulting in a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Summary
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vehicles. The power steering pump belt tension adjuster pulley has an outer portion that is made of plastic. Repeated heat stress can cause the plastic material to deteriorate, causing pieces of the pulley to break off.
Remedy
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pump drive belt tension adjuster pulley, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin October 26, 2018. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki’s number for this recall is 4009. Note: The vehicles included in this recall were not previously recalled under 10V-250.
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.
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Manufacturer Notices
Sep. 25, 2018
SB-180925
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OWNER REIMBURSEMENT PLAN
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Chronology of Principal Events
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Recall Acknowledgement
October 12, 2018
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- Protects against wear and pump breakdown caused by abnormal wear, oxidation, and foaming
- Performs even in sub-zero treatment
- Specifically designed for power steering units
- Keeps power-steering systems running smoothly and helps stop or reduce fluid loss caused by leaky seals
- Formulated with high-quality oil and fortified with additives to revitalize dried, shrunken, and hardened seals
- Developed for use in GM, Ford, Chrysler, and most foreign cars and light trucks
- Anti-wear agents protect pump components
- Corrosion inhibitors to protect metal components
- High quality power steering fluid and conditioner
- Stops Noise
- Stops slipping
- Helps prevent unusual wear
- Protects seals
- The information below is per-pack only
- Premium full-synthetic formulation specifically engineered for Asian vehicles
- Provides protection against wear, foaming, and corrosion to maintain optimal performance
- Designed for extreme temperatures while also providing excellent operation in low temperatures
- Delivers excellent oxidative stability for extended fluid life
- For 2007 and up Honda and Acura vehicles, Backwards compatible with older Honda and Acura vehicles
- Lubricates and reduces wear in the pump, Prevents rust of the steel parts
- Lubricates and fights wear on the gear faces of the turning mechanism (eg. Rack and pinion)
- Protects and cleans the seals and hoses
- Contains no seal swellers
- The service solution for ALL European, North American, and Asian vehicles (Honda fluid recommended for Honda/Acura vehicles)
- Reduces friction and protects seals and hoses - extending the life of the power steering system
- Provides excellent cold and high temperature performance eliminating "morning sickness" stiffness
- Excellent for use in electric hydraulic systems
- Cleans and frees sticky turbines and pumps
- REDUCES NOISE AND SMOOTHES OUT HARD STEERING: A unique dual cavity bottle containing a combination of the best performance additives to repair the most common power steering fluid related problems.
- STOPS LEAKS AND RECONDITIONS RACK & PINION: Power Steering Repair can be used to top-off the existing fluid when low, or add a bottle when changing fluid.
- RESTORES PREFORMANCE: Works on all vehicles, domestic and import.
- ADDS PROTECTION: Compatible with ALL types of power steering fluid or ATF, including petroleum, mineral oil and synthetic formulas.
- REPAIR-IT: Power Steering Repair-It works with all types of power steering fluid or ATF
- Adds Lubricity to help stop wear and improve performance
- Seals and helps prevent small leaks
- Foam inhibitors help extend fluid life
- Keeps seals and O-rings pliable
- Prevents corrosion and squealing under severe conditions
- Protects against pump breakdown
- Not for use in Honda or Acura vehicles
- 1 bottle treats 4 to 5 quarts of oil
- Stops and seals steering fluid leaks
- Works with all types of power steering leaks
- Part number: 1630
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