NHTSA Recall 03V426000: Air bags: frontal
AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 7,797 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Suzuki Forenza.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V426000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | KB |
| Component | AIR BAGS › FRONTAL |
| Report received | October 29, 2003 |
| Owner notification | October 30, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain passenger cars, the dual stage driver's air bag deploys in an improper sequence.
Safety risk
If the driver's air bag deploys improperly during a frontal vehicle crash, the driver could be severely injured or killed.
Remedy
Dealers will install an adapting wiring harness. Owner notification began on october 30, 2003, to verona vehicle owners. All forenza vehicles were repaired at the port of entry. There are no owner notifications necessary for the forenza model vehicles. Owners should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.
Notes
Suzuki recall no. Kb.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 03V426000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.