Recall 18V804000

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP

Report Date

20181114

Component

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP

Affected Vehicles

2 models

Defect Description

Suzuki Motor America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Suzuki SX4 vehicles. The power steering pump may seize causing a loss of steering assist.

Safety Consequence

A seizure of the power steering pump would cause a loss of power steering assist, requiring extra steering effort at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Suzuki has notified owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pump with an improved one, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2019. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is CZ.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2012	SUZUKI	SX4
2013	SUZUKI	SX4

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