Make / Models / Years:
SUZUKI / GRAND VITARA / 2006
Manufacturer : AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP
Manufacturer’s Report Number : HT
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 05V548000
Mfg's Report Date : NOV 28, 2005
Component: DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 95

Summary: On certain passenger vehicles, the left side of the retainer rear drive shaft may crack and the gears may get stuck due to oil leakage by the retainer.

Consequence: this can lead to the rear differential gears locking up and the vehicle may become disabled increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the left side of the retainer rear drive shaft. The recall is expected to begin on December 15, 2005. Owners should contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

Notes: Customers can 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 www.safecar.gov.