Intercooler outlet pipe in Suzuki Grand Vitara Turbodiesel 1.9
Fire Motor vehicles Serious risk
| Alert Number | 0681/06 |
| Brand | Suzuki |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | Japan |
| Model Number | Suzuki Grand Vitara Turbodiesel 1.9 |
| Published | 27 October 2006 |
Risk Description
Due to the improper design of the intercooler outlet pipe and insufficient tightening of the intercooler inlet hose clump, they could slip off and cause the improper ratio of air/fuel mixture.The above condition may cause excessive deposition of carbon particulate in DPF (Diesel Particulate Filter) system that could burn up and result in the overheating or melting of DPF. In the worst case, DPF may catch fire.
Measures Taken
Type of economic operator taking notified measure(s): OtherCategory of measure(s): Voluntary corrective actions taken by the importer.Date of entry into force: Unknown
Product Description
The recall concerns vehicles with chassis numbers from JSAJTA44V00107438 to JSAJTA44V00201289 (3D) and from JSAJTD44V00106868 to JSAJTD44V00205350 (5D).