Suzuki Alto Recall R/2009/140: Fuel May Leak, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 1 Dec 2009
- Launched
- 6,901
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2009/140
- DVSA reference
Suzuki recalled Alto vehicles. Due to an engineering fault in production a dimensional variation has occurred to the fuel pump seating. The dealer will replace the fuel pump gasket and O. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
Due to an engineering fault in production a dimensional variation has occurred to the fuel pump seating. This may result in a possible fuel leak from the pump seating area whilst the vehicle is being fuelled.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FUEL MAY LEAK Defect: It has been identified that due to an engineering fault in production a dimensional variation has occurred to the fuel pump seating. This may result in a possible fuel leak from the pump seating area whilst the vehicle is being fuelled. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the fuel pump gasket and O replaced.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in a possible fuel leak from the pump seating area whilst the vehicle is being fuelled.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the fuel pump gasket and O.
Are You Affected?
Alto may be included. Suzuki estimates 6,901 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/2009/140. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| AltoPossibility of fire | Urgent | R/2013/081 | |
| AltoBrake lights may fail | Urgent | R/2010/035 | |
| AltoIncorrect specification metal brake pipes may be fitted to rear braking system | Urgent | R/2004/090 | |
| AltoHandbrake control button faulty | Urgent | R/2004/031 | |
| AltoSeat belt anchorages may be damaged | Urgent | R/2002/075 |
This is one of 90 Suzuki recalls in DVSA’s data. The Suzuki recall launched before it was R/2009/087 on 26 Oct 2009, for rear seatbelt anchorages may fail. The one launched after it was R/2010/035 on 6 Apr 2010, for brake lights may fail. You can also see every Suzuki recall, all recalls launched in 2009 and fuel leak recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2009/140, launched 1 December 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.