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Recall 10V513000: Exterior Mirror Screw Replacement

VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):

Suzuki/SX4 2007-2010

MANUFACTURER: American Suzuki Motor Corp.

MFR'S REPORT DATE: October 18, 2010

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V513000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: Visibility: Rearview Mirrors/Devices: Exterior

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 69587

SUMMARY:
Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2007 SX4 hatchback and model year 2008-2010 SX4 hatchback and sedan passenger vehicles. The three screws that secure each of the outside rear view mirrors to the mirror base can come loose due to vibration.

CONSEQUENCE:
If a rear view mirror falls off the vehicle the driver will have reduced visibility increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:
Dealers will replace the base screws on both outer rear view mirrors free of charge. The safety recall began on November 5, 2010. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-887-697-8985 or visit Suzuki's website at http://www.suzukiauto.com.

NOTES:
Suzuki safety recall No. SK. Owners may 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 http://www.safercar.gov.