The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·18V769000·Announced 2018-10-31

Suzuki Recalls 2010-2013 Kizashi Vehicles for Fuel Tank Fire Risk

Suzuki is recalling 2010-2013 Kizashi vehicles because dust in the vent line may crack the fuel tank, increasing the risk of a fuel leak and fire.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural defect in the fuel tank that may crack and leak fuel, explicitly increasing the risk of a fire, which aligns with the rubric criteria for significant injury or property-damage reports.

Plain-English summary

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2010-2013 Suzuki Kizashi vehicles. The recall addresses a defect in the fuel system where dust can enter the vent line that provides fresh air to the carbon canister. This accumulation can restrict air flow and create excessive negative pressure in the fuel tank, which may result in the tank cracking.

A cracked fuel tank may leak fuel, which increases the risk of a fire. Suzuki has sent owners an initial notification to inform them of the recall. When parts are available, a second notice will be mailed, and dealers will install a cover over the opening near the suction pipe inlet and relocate the suction filter. The fuel cap and fuel tank will also be replaced with improved parts.

The recall began on August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. 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.

The recalled product

Product
SUZUKI KIZASHI
Brand
SUZUKI
Manufacturer
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Fuel System
Hazard
Affected units
21,063

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)

  • KIZASHI

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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