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Updated: 11:56 AM Sep 7, 2010
Suzuki Recalls 20,000 Vehicles for Unusual Fire Hazard
GPS battery malfunction which could cause fires forces recall.
Posted: 12:17 PM Sep 6, 2010 |
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ROCKFORD (WIFR) -- Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2008 thru 2010 SX4, 2010 Grand Vitara, and 2009 thru 2010 Equator vehicles that were equipped with a Garmin Nuvi model 750, 760, AND 765 navigation system. The batteries contained in the affected GPS units can overheat and possibly catch fire.
Suzuki will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by Garmin technicians replacing the battery and inserting a spacer on top of the battery free of charge.
The recall is expected to begin during September. Owners may contact Garmin directly at 1-866-957-1981 OR Suzuki at 1-887-697-8985. Owners may also visit Garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.
Suzuki's recall campaign number is SJ. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.


