Suzuki Motor USA, LLC: Safety Recalls in 2014
Updated on March 19, 2026.
There were 6 safety recalls made by Suzuki Motor USA, LLC in 2014. See the details of the recalls below.
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Data Source: NHTSA.
December 22, 2014
(Campaign #: VL)
Shift Selector Moved From Park
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 SX4 vehicles manufactured July 16, 2009, to November 1, 2012, and 2010-2013 Kizashi vehicles manufactured October 13, 2009, to October 31, 2012. The shift selector can be moved out of the "Park" position without depressing the brake pedal.
NHTSA ID: 14V811000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 60,823
Consequence Summary:
If the shift selector is moved out of the "Park" position while the brake pedal is not depressed, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action:
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shift selector assembly and inspect, and if necessary, replace the shift knob, free of charge. The recall began January 16, 2015. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-996-7040. Suzuki's number for this recall is VL.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 57.15
October 7, 2014
(Campaign #: 2A40,2A41,2A42,2A43)
Missed Shifts may Result in Chain Detachment
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 GSX-R750 and 2009-2014 GSX-R1000 motorcycles. If a gear is missed while upshifting, the strain applied to the drive chain after the next shift may cause the rear axle to move, damaging the left-side drive chain adjuster.
NHTSA ID: 14V629000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 23,073
Consequence Summary:
If the drive chain adjuster gets damaged, the drive chain may come off, removing power to the rear wheel, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left-side chain adjuster with an improved part. The recall began on October 17, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-572-1490. Suzuki's numbers for this recall are 2A40, 2A41, 2A42 and 2A43.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 52.83
July 30, 2014
(Campaign #: VG)
Spider Webs Restricting Air Flow In Vent Line
Suzuki Motor Of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Kizashi vehicles manufactured October 2009 through July 2012. In the affected vehicles, spiders may weave a web in the evaporative canister vent hose, blocking it and causing the fuel tank to have an excessive amount of negative pressure.
NHTSA ID: 14V464000
Component:
# of Units Affected: 19,249
Consequence Summary:
Negative pressure could cause the fuel tank to crack resulting in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Suzuki is in the process of notifying owners, and dealers will replace the evaporative canister vent line on the affected vehicles with a vent line that has a filter on the end. If the canister vent line is found to be obstructed by a spider web, the fuel tank will also be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 12, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is VG.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 60.46
June 24, 2014
(Campaign #: XC)
Daytime Running Light Module Overheating
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 Verona vehicles manufactured June 2003 to October 2005. In the affected vehicles, there may be heat generated within the DRL module located in the instrument panel, which could melt the DRL module.
NHTSA ID: 14V363000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 25,899
Consequence Summary:
If the DRL module melts due to the heat generation, it could cause a vehicle fire.
Corrective Action:
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the DRL module in the instrument panel, free of charge. The recall began on November 5, 2014. Owners can contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is XC.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 14.39
May 23, 2014
(Campaign #: 2A39)
Drive Chain Link may Not be Riveted
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2014 DL650A V-Strom motorcycles manufactured January 20, 2014, through January 21, 2014. In the affected vehicles, a drive chain link may not have been riveted by the supplier when being manufactured.
NHTSA ID: 14V278000
Component: POWER TRAIN
# of Units Affected: 103
Consequence Summary:
If the drive chain link was not riveted, the chain may come off, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action:
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the drive chains of the affected motorcycles. For any unsold motorcycles with a drive chain link that is not riveted, Suzuki dealers will replace the non-riveted link with a drive chain joint set. For any motorcycles that have been sold to retail customers with a drive chain link that is not riveted, Suzuki dealers will replace the drive chain and the front and rear sprockets, free of charge. The recall began on May 27, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-572-1490. Suzuki's number for this recall is 2A39.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 100
May 19, 2014
(Campaign #: XA)
Headlamp Switch or DRL Module Overheating
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Forenza vehicles, and 2005-2008 Reno vehicles manufactured from September 1, 2003, through July 30, 2008. In the affected vehicles, heat may be generated in the headlamp switch or daytime running light (DRL) module which could melt the headlamp switch or the DRL module.
NHTSA ID: 14V262000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
# of Units Affected: 184,244
Consequence Summary:
If the heat generated within the headlamp switch or DRL module located on the left side of the steering column melts the headlamp switch or DRL module, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Suzuki will replace the signal switch and add a jumper relay kit and will replace the DRL Module in teh instrument panel harness. Suzuki distributed to owners an interim letter on July 30, 2014. The recall began October 29, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is XA.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 18.17
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