Defect Description For Recall
Suzuki Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2004-2006 Forenza And Model Year 2005-2006 Reno Vehicles Manufactured From September 23, 2003, Through March 7, 2006. Increased Resistance Due To Poor Contact Between The Terminals Of Certain Wires Can Generate Heat That Can Melt The Splice Pack Used To Connect The Power Circuit Wires For The Headlamps. This Can Result In Intermittent Or Total Loss Of Low/High Beam Headlamp FunCTIon.
Make Of Vehicle
SUZUKI
Model Of Vehicle
FORENZA
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
12V397000
Component Description
Exterior Lighting:Headlights
Effect Of Defect
If The Headlamps Fail To FunCTIon, This Will Lead To Reduced Driver Visibility, Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Suzuki Will Notify Owners, And Suzuki Dealers Will Reconnect The Affected Wires With Two Heat-Shrink Crimps, Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On September 25, 2012. Owners May Contact Suzuki At 1-877-697-8985.
Vehicle Manufacturer
American Suzuki Motor Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
101688
Date Owners Notified
20120925
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Suzuki Motor Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20120814
Make Campaign Number
NU