2012 Suzuki Equator — Suspension: front: hub
Published September 20, 2012 · Recall initiated: September 19, 2012
Summary
NHTSA records recall 12V464000, published September 20, 2012 and initiated September 19, 2012. Recalling firm: Suzuki Motor USA, LLC; 2012 Suzuki Equator — Suspension: front: hub.
What's the hazard
Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2012 Equator two-wheel drive vehicles manufactured from June 19, 2012, through July 12, 2012. These vehicles may have been equipped with front wheel hubs that may not meet the design hardness specifications. A wheel hub that was manufactured below hardness specification may wear prematurely and eventually crack.
What to do
All of the affected vehicles have been quarantined at Suzuki dealers prior to being sold. As such, a recall notification letter will not be issued. Suzuki dealers will replace the left and right side front wheel hub assemblies free of charge. Customers may contact Suzuki at 1-877-697-8985.
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Recall details
- Brand
- SUZUKI
- Model
- EQUATOR
- Manufacturer
- Suzuki Motor USA, LLC
- Lot
- 2012 SUZUKI EQUATOR
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2012 Suzuki Equator — Suspension: front: hub recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V464000 on September 20, 2012. Reported hazard: Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2012 Equator two-wheel drive vehicles manufactured from June 19, 2012, through July 12, 2012. These vehicles may have been equipped with front wheel hubs that may not meet the design hardness specifications. A wheel hub that was manufactured below hardness specification may wear prematurely and eventually crack.
What should I do if I have this product?
All of the affected vehicles have been quarantined at Suzuki dealers prior to being sold. As such, a recall notification letter will not be issued. Suzuki dealers will replace the left and right side front wheel hub assemblies free of charge. Customers may contact Suzuki at 1-877-697-8985.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: SUZUKI. Model: EQUATOR.