SUZUKI FORENZA 2008: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 14V262000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| SUZUKI | FORENZA | 2008 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2014-10-29 | 2014-05-19 | 2014-05-19 |
Production Dates: 2003-09-01 - 2008-07-30
Manufacturers Involved: Suzuki Motor USA, LLC
Manufacturer Campaign Number: XA
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 184244
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
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.
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.
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.
