Passenger car - Swift
Passenger car - Swift was recalled on 23 January 2009 under EU Safety Gate alert 0066/09. Fire risk reported by Greece. The product poses a risk of fire because due to the inappropriate material of the inner quarter trims, if the trims receive water such as rain, rainy trims may cause the electric terminals of luggage room lamp to be rusted gradually.
| Alert Number | 0066/09 |
| Brand | Suzuki |
| Category | Motor vehicles |
| Risk Type | Fire |
| Notifying Country | Greece |
| Country of Origin | Hungary |
| Model Number | model Swift RS413, RS413 DIESEL, RS415 and RS416, (Recall Campaigns HUGS and HUGT) |
| Published | 23 January 2009 |
Risk Description
The product poses a risk of fire because due to the inappropriate material of the inner quarter trims, if the trims receive water such as rain, rainy trims may cause the electric terminals of luggage room lamp to be rusted gradually. After certain period of usage, the above condition may cause electrical problem such as the open-circuit, short-circuit, melting, etc. In the worst case, the lamp itself may be ignited, when somebody opens the back door (tail gate).
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 produced from the start of mass production to 30 September 2007, with VIN from TSMMZ***S00100001 to TSMMZ***S00499999.
🔥 What Should You Do?
This recall involves a fire hazard related to Passenger car - Swift.
About this risk
This product poses a fire risk due to overheating, faulty components, or flammable materials that do not meet safety standards.
Recommended action
Disconnect the product from any power source and stop using it immediately. Do not leave it unattended. Store it away from flammable materials. Contact the retailer for a refund.
Who is at risk?
All household members. Fire risks are especially dangerous for sleeping areas and children's rooms.