NHTSA recall 04V427000
Fuel system, gasoline
Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2 more
Reported Aug 30, 2004172,093 vehicles affectedAMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.Maker’s number 99-ERBuilt Jun 1, 1998 – Jun 30, 1999
The defect
On certain passenger vehicles, under ambient temperatures below -25 degrees celsius, moisture can freeze in the fuel pressure regulator. as a result, fuel system pressure may increase at the time of engine start up, causing fuel loss at the fuel pipe/fuel hose connection.
The risk
Fuel loss in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the fuel pressure regulator, the fuel deliver hose and replace the hose clamp with an improved clamp. the recall began on september 29, 2004. owners should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.