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SevereNHTSA·13V572000·Announced 2013-11-18

Suzuki Recalls 2013 SX4 Vehicles Due to Torque Converter Bolt Defect

Suzuki is recalling 2013 SX4 vehicles with continuously variable transmissions because torque converter bolts may loosen, potentially causing the engine to stall and increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the powertrain that can cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash, which aligns with the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013 Suzuki SX4 vehicles manufactured between December 26, 2012, and February 4, 2013. These vehicles are equipped with a continuously variable transmission (CVT). The recall involves 142 vehicles.

The defect involves bolts that fasten the drive plate to the torque converter, which may not have been installed with sufficient torque. If these bolts loosen and detach, they can get caught between the drive plate and the cylinder block. This interference may cause the engine to stall, which increases the risk of a vehicle crash.

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque converter bolts and tighten them as necessary at no charge. The recall began on January 7, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-572-1490. Suzuki's recall number is VE. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
SUZUKI SX4
Brand
SUZUKI
Manufacturer
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Powertrain
Hazard
Affected units
142

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • SX4

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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