Overview
| MLIT filing number | 1108840 |
|---|---|
| Type | Statutory Recall (government-mandated recall) |
| Date filed | October 22, 2002 |
| Manufacturer(s) | Suzuki |
| Component | Drive Force Transfer Unit |
| Production period | October 1999 — April 11, 2002 |
| Vehicles affected | 58 units |
Defect
In the power transfer system of electric vehicles, the spline joint connecting the rear axle shaft to the drive shaft flange has insufficient strength. The spline may wear through, preventing drive force from being transmitted to the rear axle shaft and rendering the vehicle inoperable.
Corrective action
On all vehicles, replace the rear axle shaft and drive shaft flange with corrected parts.
Affected models & chassis ranges
This filing lists 2 type code(s). A vehicle is affected if its chassis number falls within one of the ranges below.
| Type code (型式) | Model | Chassis ranges |
|---|---|---|
| GD-DA52V(改) | Every Electric | DA52V-127851 — DA52V-228539 |
| LE-DA62V(改) | Every Electric | DA62V-303663 — DA62V-330697 |
Original Japanese (MLIT source text)
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状況
電気自動車の動力伝達装置において、リヤアスクルシャフトとドライブシャフトフラン ジを結合するスプライン部の強度が不足しているため、当該スプライン部が磨滅するもの があり、駆動力をリヤアスクルシャフトに伝えることができなくなり、走行不能にいたる おそれがある。
改善措置
全車両、リヤアスクルシャフトとドライブシャフトフランジを対策品と交換する。
Source & verification
This entry reproduces public data from Japan's MLIT recall registry. English text is jdmvin.com's own translation; always verify against the official source:
https://renrakuda.mlit.go.jp/renrakuda/ris-detail-car.html?class=recalldatacar&id=3000515