Suzuki Celerio Recall R/2015/018: Brake Failure May Occur, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Stop driving
- How serious
- 4 Feb 2015
- Launched
- 3,193
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2015/018
- DVSA reference
Suzuki recalled Celerio vehicles. During Heavy braking on affected vehicles the pedal foot protection system could be activated. The recall notice describes the fix as: not known at present. Manufacturer advises not to use vehicles until remedy has been determined and actioned. You won't usually pay for it.1
The manufacturer’s notice tells owners not to use it. Ask for collection or a home repair.
The manufacturer's notice tells owners not to drive until the repair is done. Ask Suzuki to collect the car. See do not drive recalls.
What’s Wrong
During Heavy braking on affected vehicles the pedal foot protection system could be activated. This will cause the brake pedal to unlatch and move to the safety position. Foot brake operation will be lost. The manufacturer has advised the vehicles should not be driven until rectified.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: BRAKE FAILURE MAY OCCUR Defect: During Heavy braking on affected vehicles the pedal foot protection system could be activated. This will cause the brake pedal to unlatch and move to the safety position. Foot brake operation will be lost. The manufacturer has advised the vehicles should not be driven until rectified. Remedy: Not known at present. Manufacturer advises not to use vehicles until remedy has been determined and actioned.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could cause the brake pedal to unlatch and move to the safety position.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: not known at present. Manufacturer advises not to use vehicles until remedy has been determined and actioned.
Are You Affected?
Celerio may be included. Suzuki estimates 3,193 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/2015/018. 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
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|---|---|---|---|
| CelerioFront seat side airbag bracket may be insecure | Urgent | R/2018/135 | |
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| SwaceSkid control ECU reprogramming | Urgent | R/2024/491 | |
| GSX1300RRQGSX1300RRQ(Hayabusa) front brake master cylinder replacement recall campaign (2ND) | Urgent | R/2024/433 | |
| S-Cross, VitaraLeft rear brake pipe inspection | Urgent | R/2024/032 |
This is one of 90 Suzuki recalls in DVSA’s data. The Suzuki recall launched before it was R/2014/105 on 30 Oct 2014, for engine failure may occur. The one launched after it was R/2014/185 on 16 Feb 2015, for fuel tank may become loose. You can also see every Suzuki recall, all recalls launched in 2015 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2015/018, launched 4 February 2015. 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.