Recall 14V262000

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Report Date
20140519
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Affected Vehicles
9 models

Defect Description

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Forenza vehicles, and 2005-2008 Reno vehicles manufactured from September 1, 2003, through July 30, 2008. In the affected vehicles, heat may be generated in the headlamp switch or daytime running light (DRL) module which could melt the headlamp switch or the DRL module.

Safety Consequence

If the heat generated within the headlamp switch or DRL module located on the left side of the steering column melts the headlamp switch or DRL module, there is an increased risk of a fire.

Remedy

Suzuki will replace the signal switch and add a jumper relay kit and will replace the DRL Module in teh instrument panel harness. Suzuki distributed to owners an interim letter on July 30, 2014. The recall began October 29, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is XA.

Affected Vehicles

Year Make Model
2004 SUZUKI FORENZA
2005 SUZUKI FORENZA
2005 SUZUKI RENO
2006 SUZUKI FORENZA
2006 SUZUKI RENO
2007 SUZUKI FORENZA
2007 SUZUKI RENO
2008 SUZUKI FORENZA
2008 SUZUKI RENO

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.