Recall 17V085000: 2009–2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara
- Report received
- Feb 9, 2017
- Manufacturer
- Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.
- Potentially affected
- 791vehicles
- Model years
- 2009–2013
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Grand Vitara vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The gear shift rear shaft on these vehicles may break, preventing the gears from being able to be changed.
Possible consequence
If the transmission cannot be shifted, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the gear shift rear shaft, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is VZ.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara14 complaints
- 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara20 complaints
- 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara11 complaints
- 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara13 complaints
- 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara4 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.