Suzuki Splash, Swift Recall R/2014/105: Engine Failure May Occur, Who Is Affected And What To Do

DVSA reference R/2014/105, campaign code R14/0. Data updated daily from DVSA.

Urgent
How serious
30 Oct 2014
Launched
1,568
vehicles in the UK
R14/0
Manufacturer’s campaign code

Suzuki recalled Splash, Swift vehicles built between 11 September 2013 and 11 November 2013. The bolts fixing the pulley to the water pump may work loose and drop out. The dealer will check bolts for tightness. You won't usually pay for it.1

What’s Wrong

The bolts fixing the pulley to the water pump may work loose and drop out. If they drop out the water pump will not function and the engine will overheat leading to possible engine damage.

DVSA's Original Wording

Concern: ENGINE FAILURE MAY OCCUR Defect: The bolts fixing the pulley to the water pump may work loose and drop out. If they drop out the water pump will not function and the engine will overheat leading to possible engine damage. Remedy: Check bolts for tightness. If existing bolts are to correct torque replace with new bolts. If existing bolts are not to correct torque replace bolts water pump and drive belt.

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The Risk

If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could lead to possible engine damage.

The Fix

The dealer will check bolts for tightness.

Are You Affected?

Splash, Swift built between 11 September 2013 and 11 November 2013 may be included. Suzuki estimates 1,568 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.

What To Do Now

  1. Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Suzuki.
  2. Book with any franchised Suzuki dealer, quoting the campaign code R14/0 or the DVSA reference R/2014/105. See how to get a Suzuki recall fixed.
  3. Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
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This is one of 90 Suzuki recalls in DVSA’s data. The Suzuki recall launched before it was R/2014/084 on 16 Oct 2014, for airbag may not function to specification. The one launched after it was R/2015/018 on 4 Feb 2015, for brake failure may occur. You can also see every Suzuki recall, all recalls launched in 2014 and fire risk recalls across every make.


Source: DVSA recall R/2014/105, launched 30 October 2014. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.

Sources

  1. 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.