Suzuki Grand Vitara Recall R/2007/180: Fuel May Leak, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 4 Feb 2008
- Launched
- 2,197
- vehicles in the UK
- R07/15
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Suzuki recalled Grand Vitara vehicles built between 1 June 2006 and 31 July 2007. Due to improper shaping of the fuel pipes and engine vibration it is possible that the pipes may crack and allow fuel to escape. The dealer will replace fuel pipe assembly with modified version. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Due to improper shaping of the fuel pipes and engine vibration it is possible that the pipes may crack and allow fuel to escape.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FUEL MAY LEAK Defect: Due to improper shaping of the fuel pipes and engine vibration it is possible that the pipes may crack and allow fuel to escape. Remedy: Recall affected vehicles and replace fuel pipe assembly with modified version.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: fuel may leak.
The Fix
The dealer will replace fuel pipe assembly with modified version.
Are You Affected?
Grand Vitara built between 1 June 2006 and 31 July 2007 may be included. Suzuki estimates 2,197 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 R07/15 or the DVSA reference R/2007/180. 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/2007/102 on 10 Sep 2007, for wiring harness may chafe resulting in possible loss of engine power. The one launched after it was R/2008/099 on 15 Sep 2008, for airbag may deploy inadvertently. You can also see every Suzuki recall, all recalls launched in 2008 and fuel leak recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2007/180, launched 4 February 2008. 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.