NHTSA Recall 12V397000: Headlights (exterior lighting) and interior/under dash (electrical system)
AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 101,688 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Suzuki Forenza.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V397000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | NU |
| Components | EXTERIOR LIGHTING › HEADLIGHTS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › INTERIOR/UNDER DASH |
| Report received | August 14, 2012 |
| Owner notification | September 25, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 Forenza and model year 2005-2006 Reno vehicles manufactured from September 23, 2003, through March 7, 2006. Increased resistance due to poor contact between the terminals of certain wires can generate heat that can melt the splice pack used to connect the power circuit wires for the headlamps. This can result in intermittent or total loss of low/high beam headlamp function.
Safety risk
If the headlamps fail to function, this will lead to reduced driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Suzuki will notify owners, and Suzuki dealers will reconnect the affected wires with two heat-shrink crimps, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 25, 2012. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-877-697-8985.
Notes
Suzuki's recall campaign number is NU.Customers may 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 12V397000
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.