Recall 04V427000: Fuel Pressure Regulator Replacement

Make / Models : Model/Build Years:

Suzuki / Grand Vitara 1999-2003

Suzuki / Grand Vitara XL-7 2001-2004

Suzuki / Vitara 2004

MANUFACTURER: American Suzuki Motor Corp.

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V427000 Recall Date : AUG 26, 2004

COMPONENT: Fuel System, Gasoline

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 172093

SUMMARY:
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.

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 delivery 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.

NOTES:
Suzuki Recall NO. 99-ER. Customers Can also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).