NHTSA Recall 03V495000: Ignition (electrical system)
AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 20,580 vehicles. It affects 2003 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V495000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | EN |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › IGNITION |
| Report received | December 2, 2003 |
| Owner notification | December 16, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain sport utility vehicles, the ignition system wiring harness is routed under the intake manifold. The harness can rub against the manifold during vehicle operation and abrasion damage to the harness can occur.
Safety risk
Damage to the wiring harness can cause a short in the ignition circuit, which can cause the ignition fuse to blow and the engine to stop running. This can result in a loss of control of the vehicle and could cause a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will repair any wiring harness damage and will add additional insulation and a protector plate to prevent the wiring harness from becoming damaged. Owner notification began on december 16, 2003. Owners should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.
Notes
Suzuki recall no. En.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 03V495000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 | 2003 |
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.