Suzuki Grand Vitara Recall R/2007/084: Risk Of Fire, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 10 Sep 2007
- Launched
- 3,421
- vehicles in the UK
- R07/09
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Suzuki recalled Grand Vitara vehicles built between 28 June 2005 and 2 April 2007. Due to an improper design of the intercooler inlet hose there is a possibility that the air/fuel mixture ratio may be incorrect within the diesel particulate filter assembly. The dealer will fit recalled vehicles with a modified intercooler hose. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Due to an improper design of the intercooler inlet hose there is a possibility that the air/fuel mixture ratio may be incorrect within the diesel particulate filter assembly. This in the worst case may cause the diesel particulate filter to ignite.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: RISK OF FIRE Defect: It has been identified that due to an improper design of the intercooler inlet hose there is a possibility that the air/fuel mixture ratio may be incorrect within the diesel particulate filter assembly. This in the worst case may cause the diesel particulate filter to ignite. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will be fitted with a modified intercooler hose.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the diesel particulate filter to ignite.
The Fix
The dealer will fit recalled vehicles with a modified intercooler hose.
Are You Affected?
Grand Vitara built between 28 June 2005 and 2 April 2007 may be included. Suzuki estimates 3,421 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Suzuki, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Suzuki.
- Book with any franchised Suzuki dealer, quoting the campaign code R07/09 or the DVSA reference R/2007/084. See how to get a Suzuki recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grand VitaraIn the event of deployment the air bag may not inflate properly | Urgent | R/2020/042 | |
| Grand VitaraDriver may be unable to change / select gear | Low | R/2017/076 | |
| Grand VitaraDrive belt tensioner may break | Urgent | R/2011/010 | |
| Grand Vitara, JimnyLoss of steering assistance | Urgent | R/2010/067 | |
| Grand VitaraFire may occur | Urgent | R/2009/049 |
This is one of 90 Suzuki recalls in DVSA’s data. The Suzuki recall launched before it was R/2007/125 on 28 Aug 2007, for gear selection may be lost. The one launched after it was R/2007/085 on 10 Sep 2007, for risk of fire. You can also see every Suzuki recall, all recalls launched in 2007 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2007/084, launched 10 September 2007. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.