Steering:Hydraulic Power Assist:Pump (18V804000)

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP

NHTSA RECALL BULLETIN

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION

Model(s): 2012 SUZUKI SX4

2013 SUZUKI SX4

Campaign No: 18V804000

Number of Affected Vehicles: 18673

Beginning Date of Manufacture: 2011 SEP

Ending Date of Manufacture: 2013 APR

SYSTEM

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP

DESCRIPTION OF DEFECT

Suzuki Motor America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Suzuki SX4 vehicles. The power steering pump may seize causing a loss of steering assist.

CONSEQUENCE OF DEFECT

A seizure of the power steering pump would cause a loss of power steering assist, requiring extra steering effort at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Suzuki has notified owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pump with an improved one, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2019. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is CZ.

NOTES

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration operates Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Eastern Time. For more information call (800) 424-9393 or (202) 366-0123. For the hearing impaired, call (800) 424-9153.