Suzuki recall: Steering
What is wrong
Suzuki Motor America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Suzuki SX4 vehicles. The power steering pump may seize causing a loss of steering assist.
What could happen
A seizure of the power steering pump would cause a loss of power steering assist, requiring extra steering effort at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Suzuki has notified owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pump with an improved one, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2019. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is CZ.
Vehicles covered
- Suzuki Sx4 2012–2013
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 18V804000
- Type
- Vehicle
- Filed by
- Suzuki Motor Of America, Inc.
- Reported to NHTSA
- Nov 14, 2018
- Owners notified
- Oct 25, 2019
- Vehicles or items affected
- 18,673
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- Sep 3, 2011 to Apr 5, 2013
- Part
- Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Pump
- Maker's own recall number
- CZ
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.
Other recalls for the same vehicles
- Suzuki recall: Power train May 17, 2018
- Suzuki recall: Steering Sep 22, 2015
- Suzuki recall: Power train Dec 22, 2014
- Suzuki recall: Power train Nov 18, 2013
- Suzuki recall: Air bags Sep 6, 2013
- Suzuki recall: Electrical system Jan 27, 2011
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.