NHTSA Recall 19V187000: Occupant classification (air bags) and seats
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 31,302 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Suzuki Grand Vitara.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V187000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 4011, 4012 |
| Components | AIR BAGS › SENSOR › OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION; SEATS |
| Report received | March 7, 2019 |
| Owner notification | February 21, 2020 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kizashi and 2006-2013 Grand Vitara vehicles. The front passenger leather seat may shrink due to high humidity and high temperature. As a result, the occupant classification system (OCS) sensor mat may not accurately detect if an adult or child is occupying the seat.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, an incorrect classification may result in the passenger frontal air bag deploying even if there is a child in the front passenger seat, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat bottom cushion, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2019. All second letters notifying owners of the remedy were mailed by April 10, 2020. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's numbers for this recall are 4011 and 4012.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 19V187000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| Suzuki Kizashi | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 |
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.