NHTSA Recall 05V452000: Rotor (service brakes)
AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 801 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Suzuki Grand Vitara.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V452000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 99-HQ |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › DISC › ROTOR |
| Report received | October 5, 2005 |
| Owner notification | November 10, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 16-inch wheels, the front brake discs may break under severe driving conditions. The breakage can occur in conditions where the vehicle is driven on a regular basis on extremely steep paved down-slopes while continuously applying the brakes.
Safety risk
The front brakes may become inoperative and the vehicle may pull to one side. This could result in a crash without prior warning.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front brake discs on these vehicles. The recall began on november 10, 2005. These vehicles are located on st. Thomas island (virgin islands). Owners may contact suzuki del caribe at 787-622-0600.
Notes
Suzuki recall no. 99-hq.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V452000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 |
| Suzuki XL-7 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 |
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.