Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Sport Utility Vehicles, The Accelerator Cable Casing Cap That Is Attached To The Vehicle Firewall Can Crack Due To Extended Exposure To Forces From The Accelerator Cable And Insufficient Long-Term Durability Of The Plastic Casing Cap. If The Casing Cap Becomes Cracked, Movement Of The Inner Accelerator Cable Through The Cap Can Cause The Inner Accelerator Cable To Become Frayed.
Make Of Vehicle
SUZUKI
Model Of Vehicle
XL-7
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
03V512000
Component Description
Vehicle Speed Control:Cables
Effect Of Defect
If The Inner Accelerator Cable Becomes Frayed, It Can Stick During Vehicle Operation. In The Case Where An Accelerator Cable Sticks, The Driver Could Have Difficulty Controlling Vehicle Speed, Which Could Result In A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Accelerator Cable, Which Includes The Plastic Casing Cap. Owner Notification Began On January 5, 2004. Owners Should Contact Suzuki At 1-800-934-0934.
Vehicle Manufacturer
American Suzuki Motor Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
20000901
End Of Manufacture
20030630
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
196876
Date Owners Notified
20040105
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Suzuki Motor Of America, Inc.
Date Report Received
20031205
Make Campaign Number
EM