Equator 2WD V6-4.0L (2009)
Global Positioning System: Recalls
Recall 10V392000: Potential GPS Battery Fires
VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):
Suzuki/Equator 2009-2010
Suzuki/Grand Vitara 2010
Suzuki/SX4 2008-2010
MANUFACTURER: American Suzuki Motor Corp.
MFR'S REPORT DATE: September 01, 2010
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 10V392000
NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A
COMPONENT: Equipment
POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 20692
SUMMARY:
Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 SX4, 2010 Grand Vitara, and 2009 through 2010 Equator vehicles that were equipped with a
Garmin Nuvi Model 750, 760, and 765 navigation system. The batteries contained in the affected GPS units can overheat.
CONSEQUENCE:
Overheated batteries could result in a fire.
REMEDY:
Suzuki will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by Garmin technicians by replacing the battery and inserting a spacer on top of the battery
free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during September 2010. Owners may contact Garmin directly at 1-866-957-1981 or Suzuki at
1-887-697-8985. Owners may also visit Garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.
NOTES:
Suzuki's recall campaign number is SJ. 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.
