CarRecallWatch- Component
- POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
- Problem
- Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2013 Suzuki Kizashi and SX4 vehicles equipped with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). The Transmission Control Module (TCM) may fail causing a reduction in speed or reduced vehicle acceleration.
- Risk
- A reduction in vehicle speed or reduced acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the TCM, free of charge. The recall began on June 11, 2018. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is 4005 to 4008.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
The transmission control module in certain continuously variable transmission (CVT) vehicles may fail. When it does, the vehicle can lose speed or accelerate more slowly than expected.
A sudden reduction in speed or acceleration can increase the risk of a crash, especially when merging, passing, or driving in traffic. If your vehicle loses power unexpectedly, take care to move safely out of traffic as soon as you can.
The repair is free. Suzuki will notify owners, and an authorized dealer will replace the transmission control module at no charge. You can contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934, and you should check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Suzuki Kizashi | 2013 |
|---|---|
| Suzuki SX4 | 2013 |