Suzuki Grand Vitara Recall R/2009/049: Fire May Occur, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 15 Jun 2009
- Launched
- 3,751
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2009/049
- DVSA reference
Suzuki recalled Grand Vitara vehicles built between 1 June 2005 and 28 February 2007. Due to improper insulation of a branch of the engine wiring harness the possibility exists that the harness will chafe on either a cam cover securing bolt or on the cam cover itself. The dealer will fit the subject wiring harness with a protector. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Due to improper insulation of a branch of the engine wiring harness the possibility exists that the harness will chafe on either a cam cover securing bolt or on the cam cover itself. Damage to the harness may lead to a sudden loss of engine power or in the worst case a fire.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FIRE MAY OCCUR Defect: It has been identified that due to improper insulation of a branch of the engine wiring harness the possibility exists that the harness will chafe on either a cam cover securing bolt or on the cam cover itself. Damage to the harness may lead to a sudden loss of engine power or in the worst case a fire. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the subject wiring harness fitted with a protector.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to a sudden loss of engine power or in the worst case a fire.
The Fix
The dealer will fit the subject wiring harness with a protector.
Are You Affected?
Grand Vitara built between 1 June 2005 and 28 February 2007 may be included. Suzuki estimates 3,751 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 DVSA reference R/2009/049. 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/2008/120 |
This is one of 90 Suzuki recalls in DVSA’s data. The Suzuki recall launched before it was R/2008/178 on 12 Jan 2009, for boot light may catch fire. The one launched after it was R/2009/087 on 26 Oct 2009, for rear seatbelt anchorages may fail. You can also see every Suzuki recall, all recalls launched in 2009 and fire risk recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2009/049, launched 15 June 2009. 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.