Suzuki Swift recalls

Steering wheel fastening insufficient the mounting nut may loosen resulting in an abnormal sound or rattling if the use is continued the fitting may become disengaged in the worst case the steering wheel operation may not be possible.

Fix: Check and clean the installation condition of the steering wheel in all vehicles install the steering wheel correctly and tighten the nut to the revised specified torque of 43Nm (before: 33Nm).

3,570 vehicles · built 1 Jun 2022 to 6 Jan 2023

Some vehicles have an inappropriate design and material on the check valve of brake vacuum pump.

Fix: Replace the vacuum pump check valve.

71,508 vehicles · built 7 Oct 2017 to 12 Jun 2019

Unintended activation of side and curtain air bags and seat belt pre-tensioner.

Fix: Software update to Airbag Controle Module.

22,437 vehicles · built 3 Feb 2017 to 13 Feb 2019

Due to a lack of strength in the Integrated Starter Generator (ISG) Belt may break during usage. If this happens the water pump will become inoperative and the charging light will illuminate. The coolant temperature warning light will also light due to an increase in coolant temperature. In the worst case scenario the engine may stall and not restart.

Fix: On affected vehicles replace the ISG belt.

2,247 vehicles · built 3 Feb 2017 to 13 Mar 2017

Due to incorrect software in the Engine Control Module (ECM) the ENG A-STOP (Engine Auto Stop Start System) OFF light may blink & the ENG A-STOP system may become inoperative. If the car is driven continuously in this condition the lead-acid battery will not be charged. In the worst case there is a possibility that the lights will dim and the engine may stall and not restart due to low battery voltage.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and reprogramme the ECM with corrected software.

• SWIFT: 6,313 vehicles · built 7 Jan 2017 to 1 Nov 2017
• SWIFT: 6,313 vehicles · built 24 Feb 2017 to 1 Nov 2017

The rear calipers may not have been manufacturer to design specifications. as a result the seals may allow brake fluid to leak. This may affect brake efficiency but the brake fluid level warning light will illuminate before the reservoir is depleted .

Fix: On affected vehicles replace rear calipers

8,045 vehicles · built 1 Sep 2014 to 22 Dec 2015

The fixing bolts for the rear axle were mixed with bolts that have no anti friction coating. It is possible that a bolt/s may loosen come off or break and the vehicle could become impossible to drive.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace rear axle bolts.

2,760 vehicles · built 29 Oct 2015 to 17 Dec 2015

The bolts fixing the pulley to the water pump may work loose and drop out. If they drop out the water pump will not function and the engine will overheat leading to possible engine damage.

Fix: Check bolts for tightness. If existing bolts are to correct torque replace with new bolts. If existing bolts are not to correct torque replace bolts water pump and drive belt.

1,568 vehicles · built 11 Sep 2013 to 11 Nov 2013

Brake pipe can vibrate and rub against the engine mounting. Prolonged rubbing can cause damage to the brake pipe and allow brake fluid leakage. Resulting in a reduction in braking performance.

Fix: Replace pipe on affected vehicles with a modified (longer and rerouted) brake pipe.

6,376 vehicles · built 22 Mar 2013 to 10 Feb 2014

Possibility of improper ABS/ESP/TCS function during extreme driving conditions due to production failure of certain ESP units.Normal braking is not affected.

Fix: Check ESP unit and if affected replace the ESP unit.

215 vehicles · built 1 Jun 2011 to 31 Jul 2011

It is possible that the standard 15 inch steel wheel may have been replaced with 16 or 17 inch alloy wheels by dealers. This can result if driven on full lock and up or down high objects in the tyre contacting the inside of the inner wheel arch/housing.

Fix: Recall all potentially affected vehicles to have the steering rack replaced with a rack that is used with 16/17 inch alloy wheels as standard.

2 vehicles

Corrosion of the front suspension struts may cause the steering knuckle to become detached from the front suspension strut leading to loss of directional control.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the front suspension struts.

26,765 vehicles · built 1 Oct 1997 to 1 Oct 2002

It has been identified that due to corrosion build up it is possible that the rear seatbelt anchorages may become structurally weak and may fail under heavy braking.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the rear luggage compartment inspected for corrosion. In all cases the carpet will be changed and the area cleaned. In cases where corrosion is found the area will be cleaned and treated as necessary.

29,987 vehicles

It has been identified that due to a build up of corrosion on the boot light terminals a short circuit may possibly occur. This can result in melting of the terminals which may result in a fire.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the boot light and side quarter trims replaced. Additionally the wiring harness to the boot light will be repaired as necessary.

31,872 vehicles

It has been identified that due to an incorrect routing of the passenger side airbag wiring harness the potential exists that the passenger side airbag might deploy when the ignition is switched on.

Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the wiring harness re-routed and fitted with a harness protector.

15,078 vehicles

It is possible that the parking brake cable end could detach from the trailing brake shoe lever rendering the parking brake ineffective.

Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to refit or replace the cables.

18,352 vehicles

Under certain conditions there is a possibility that one of the two brake circuits may fail.

Fix: Recall the vehicle that are likely to be affected to replace the brake master cylinder.

2 vehicles · built 19 Sep 2005 to 23 Sep 2005

The crankshaft position sensor lead may be abraded by the offside drive shaft. Prolonged contact could result in the shaft severing the wire. In this instance the engine would stall.

Fix: Recall vehicles and fit an additional clip to the wiring harness to hold the harness away from the drive shaft.

521 vehicles · built 11 Aug 2000 to 30 Nov 2000

Fasteners on the steering rack and the inboard engine mounting may not have been tightened correctly. In the event that any fasteners come completely undone while the car is being driven the driver could lose control of the vehicle.

Fix: Recall affected vehicles check the fasteners for correct torque and tighten where necessary.

369 vehicles · built 2 Aug 2000 to 15 Aug 2000