NHTSA recall 18V331000
Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Suzuki Kizashi and 1 more
Reported May 17, 20185,786 vehicles affectedSuzuki Motor of America, Inc.Maker’s number 4005 to 4008Built Jul 19, 2012 – Oct 31, 2012
The defect
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2013 Suzuki Kizashi and SX4 vehicles equipped with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). The Transmission Control Module (TCM) may fail causing a reduction in speed or reduced vehicle acceleration.
The risk
A reduction in vehicle speed or reduced acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the TCM, free of charge. The recall began on June 11, 2018. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is 4005 to 4008.