NHTSA Recall 10V250000: Pump (steering)
AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 46,549 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Suzuki Grand Vitara.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V250000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SB |
| Component | STEERING › HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST › PUMP |
| Report received | June 9, 2010 |
| Owner notification | June 28, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Suzuki is recalling certain model year model year 2006 grand vitara and model year 2005-2006 xl-7 vehicles. The tension adjuster pulley for the drive belt that operates the power steering pump and air conditioner compressor (if equipped) has an outer portion that is made of plastic. Repeated heat stress can cause the plastic material to deteriorate and pieces of the pulley can break off.
Safety risk
Broken pieces of the pulley can get caught between the pulley and the drive belt, causing the drive belt to come off and resulting in the driver needing increased effort to steer the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the power steering pump drive belt tension adjuster pulley free of charge. The safety recall began on june 28, 2010. Owners may contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.
Notes
Suzuki safety recall no.sb.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 10V250000
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.