was recalled on 26 August 2005 under EU Safety Gate alert 0465/05. Injuries risk reported by Greece. The LH drive shaft may disconnect from transmission due to the improper design with insufficient drive shaft holding to transmission by drive shaft circlip.
| Alert Number | 0465/05 |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Injuries |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Published | 26 August 2005 |
Risk Description
The LH drive shaft may disconnect from transmission due to the improper design with insufficient drive shaft holding to transmission by drive shaft circlip. Vehicle use under the high-speed driving condition can reduce the connecting force of drive shaft from transmission, causing revolution of the drive shaft. Such a condition can disconnect drive shaft from transmission and the vehicle can be unable to be driven.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator to whom the measure(s) were ordered: OtherCategory of measure(s): The importer has informed the owners through individual letters in order for them to visit the network of authorised Suzuki repairs for replacement of the defective part.Date of entry into force: UnknownType of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): The importer has informed the owners through individual letters in order for them to visit the network of authorised Suzuki repairs for replacement of the defective part.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
Motor vehicle - Car "Suzuki Ignis" 1.5 (RG415)(model with engine type M15, cubic capacity of 1.5 litres and frames from JSAFHV81S00100188 to JSAFHV81S00105149 and production dates from 01.08.2003 to 09.01.2004)
⚠️ What Should You Do?
This recall involves a injuries hazard related to .
About this risk
This product has a design or manufacturing defect that can cause physical injuries such as cuts, bruises, fractures, or other bodily harm during normal use.
Recommended action
Stop using the product immediately. Check yourself and family members for any injuries. Store the product safely out of reach and contact the retailer or manufacturer for a replacement or refund.
Who is at risk?
All users, particularly children and elderly people who may be more vulnerable to injury.