2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Recalls

NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 04V427000Aug 30, 2004172,093 vehicles potentially affected
  Fuel system, gasoline
  Covers: Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 2001–2004, Grand Vitara 1999–2003, Vitara 2004

  Reported issue: On certain passenger vehicles, under ambient temperatures below -25 degrees celsius, moisture can freeze in the fuel pressure regulator. As a result, fuel system pressure may increase at the time of engine start up, causing fuel loss at the fuel pipe/fuel hose connection.

  Possible consequence: Fuel loss in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pressure regulator, the fuel deliver hose and replace the hose clamp with an improved clamp. The recall began on september 29, 2004. Owners should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

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• 03V495000Dec 2, 200320,580 vehicles potentially affected
  Electrical system › Ignition
  Covers: Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 2003

  Reported issue: On certain sport utility vehicles, the ignition system wiring harness is routed under the intake manifold. The harness can rub against the manifold during vehicle operation and abrasion damage to the harness can occur.

  Possible consequence: Damage to the wiring harness can cause a short in the ignition circuit, which can cause the ignition fuse to blow and the engine to stop running. This can result in a loss of control of the vehicle and could cause a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will repair any wiring harness damage and will add additional insulation and a protector plate to prevent the wiring harness from becoming damaged. Owner notification began on december 16, 2003. Owners should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

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• 03V223000Jun 16, 20035,319 vehicles potentially affected
  Visibility › Windshield
  Covers: Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 2002–2003, Grand Vitara 2002–2003, Aerio 2002–2003 +1 more

  Reported issue: Certain passenger (111 my 2002 esteem, 777 my 2002 aerio, 2,368 my 2003 aerio) and sport utility (324 my 2002 grand vitara, 274 my 2003 grand vitara, 684 my 2002 grand vitara xl-7, and 781 my 2003 grand vitara xl-7) vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 212, 'windshield mounting." the windshield may not be properly secured to the vehicle body due to insufficient…

  Possible consequence: If the windshield is not properly secured, it may separate from the vehicle during a crash which could result in the ejection of unbelted occupants, increasing the risk of severe injury or death.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect these vehicles. Vehicles that are found to have insufficient paint adhesion will either have the problem remedied by repainting, or will be replaced, or repurchased and destroyed. Owner notification began on july 8, 2003. Owners should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

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