Overview
| MLIT filing number | 1145310 |
|---|---|
| Type | Statutory Recall (government-mandated recall) |
| Date filed | July 10, 2019 |
| Manufacturer(s) | Suzuki |
| Component | Fuel Hose / Pipe |
| Production period | May 11, 2018 — March 12, 2019 |
| Vehicles affected | 21,248 units |
Defect
Improper molding controls during fuel hose manufacturing result in insufficient elasticity in affected hoses. Engine heat and vibration cause the hose to deform and contact the steering shaft. In the worst case, the hose sustains damage and fuel leaks.
Corrective action
Replace the fuel hose on all vehicles with a conforming part.
Affected models & chassis ranges
This filing lists 1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3BA-JB64W | Jimny | JB64W-100092 — JB64W-121516 |
Original Japanese (MLIT source text)
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状況
燃料ホースの成形管理が不適切なため、弾性が不足しているものがある。そのため、当該ホースがエンジンの熱や振動により変形してステアリングシャフトに接触し、最悪の場合、当該ホースが損傷して燃料が漏れるおそれがある。
改善措置
全車両、燃料ホースを良品と交換する。
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=3004552