Recall 13V572000 — POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION Defect in 2013-2013 SUZUKI SX4
RECALL This recall affects up to 142 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 13V572000 |
| Manufacturer | Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. |
| Vehicles Affected | 142 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
Suzuki del Caribe (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2013 SX4 vehicles manufactured December 26, 2012, through February 4, 2013 and equipped with a continuously variable transmission. The bolts that fasten the drive plate to the torque converter may not have been installed with sufficient torque and may loosen and come out.
Safety Consequence
If the bolts detach they can get caught between the drive plate and cylinder block, which may cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque converter bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 7, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-572-1490. Suzuki's recall number is VE.
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