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Suzuki Grand Vitara Recall 18V667: Power Steering Belt Can Fail, Causing Sudden Loss of Steering Assist

NHTSA campaign 18V667, reported September 25, 2018, 304 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The power steering pump belt tension adjuster pulley has a plastic outer section. Repeated heat exposure can make that plastic deteriorate, and pieces of the pulley can break off. The broken fragments can become caught between the pulley and the drive belt, which may cause the belt to come off.

If the drive belt comes off, power steering assist is suddenly lost, which increases the risk of a crash. Owners should be aware of this risk and watch for any loss of steering assist.

The replacement of the power steering pump drive belt tension adjuster pulley is free of charge at an authorized dealer. Owners will be notified by mail, or can contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934 (Suzuki recall number 4009). You can also check your VIN for open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 18V667Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.
Component
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Problem
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vehicles. The power steering pump belt tension adjuster pulley has an outer portion that is made of plastic. Repeated heat stress can cause the plastic material to deteriorate, causing pieces of the pulley to break off.
Risk
Broken pieces of the pulley can get caught between the pulley and the drive belt, causing the drive belt to come off, resulting in a sudden loss of power steering assist, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pump drive belt tension adjuster pulley, free of charge. The recall began November 9, 2018. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is 4009. Note: The vehicles included in this recall were not previously recalled under 10V-250.
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.

Affected vehicles

Suzuki Grand Vitara2006