NHTSA Recall 10V392000: Navigational system(global positioning system) (equipment)
AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 20,692 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Suzuki Equator.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V392000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SJ |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › ELECTRICAL › NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) |
| Report received | September 1, 2010 |
| Owner notification | September 24, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 sx4, 2010 grand vitara, and 2009 through 2010 equator vehicles that were equipped with a garmin nuvi model 750, 760, and 765 navigation system. The batteries contained in the affected gps units can overheat.
Safety risk
Overheated batteries could result in a fire.
Remedy
Suzuki will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by garmin technicians by replacing the battery and inserting a spacer on top of the battery free of charge. The safety recall began on september 24, 2010. Owners may contact garmin directly at 1-866-957-1981 or suzuki at 1-887-697-8985. Owners may also visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.
Notes
Suzuki's recall campaign number is sj.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 10V392000
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.