NHTSA recall 05V507000
Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Pump
Suzuki Verona
Reported Nov 3, 2005592 vehicles affectedAMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.Maker’s number KJBuilt May 24, 2005 – Sep 16, 2005
The defect
On certain passenger vehicles, the power steering pump pulley may separate from the power steering pump due to inadequate wall thickness of the pulley.
The risk
This condition can cause the power steering pump drive belt to disconnect resulting in heavy steering, and can lead to engine overheating or to battery discharge and engine stall.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect the power steering pump pulley and, if necessary, replace it. the recall began on december 1, 2005. owners may contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.