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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 10V213000

2010 Suzuki Equator — Suspension: front: control arm

Published May 19, 2010 · Recall initiated: May 19, 2010

Summary

NHTSA records recall 10V213000, published May 19, 2010. Recalling firm: Suzuki Motor USA, LLC; 2010 Suzuki Equator — Suspension: front: control arm.

What's the hazard

SUZUKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 EQUATOR PICKUP TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 20, 2009 THROUGH MARCH 3, 2010. THE LOWER CONTROL LINK BUSHING COLLARS, LOCATED IN THE FRONT SUSPENSION, MAY CONTAIN WELDS THAT DO NOT MEET STRENGTH SPECIFICATIONS. IF A COLLAR WELD SEPARATES, IT MAY CHANGE THE WHEEL ALIGNMENT, POTENTIALLY ALLOWING THE VEHICLE HANDLING CHARACTERISTICS TO DETERIORATE.

What to do

DEALERS WILL INSPECT, AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE, ONE OR BOTH LOWER CONTROL LINKS ON THE VEHICLE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 1, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.

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Recall details

Brand
SUZUKI
Model
EQUATOR
Manufacturer
Suzuki Motor USA, LLC
Lot
2010 SUZUKI EQUATOR
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2010 Suzuki Equator — Suspension: front: control arm recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 10V213000 on May 19, 2010. Reported hazard: SUZUKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 EQUATOR PICKUP TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 20, 2009 THROUGH MARCH 3, 2010. THE LOWER CONTROL LINK BUSHING COLLARS, LOCATED IN THE FRONT SUSPENSION, MAY CONTAIN WELDS THAT DO NOT MEET STRENGTH SPECIFICATIONS. IF A COLLAR WELD SEPARATES, IT MAY CHANGE THE WHEEL ALIGNMENT, POTENTIALLY ALLOWING THE VEHICLE HANDLING CHARACTERISTICS TO DETERIORATE.

What should I do if I have this product?

DEALERS WILL INSPECT, AND IF NECESSARY REPLACE, ONE OR BOTH LOWER CONTROL LINKS ON THE VEHICLE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 1, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SUZUKI. Model: EQUATOR.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)