Suzuki E Vitara Recall R/2026/332: Replacement Of LH & RH Rear Outside Door Handles, Who Is Affected And What To Do
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- How serious
- 18 Aug 2026
- Launched
- 2,547
- vehicles in the UK
- R26/01
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Suzuki recalled E Vitara vehicles built between 2 May 2025 and 8 November 2025. There is a possibility of the rear doors being unable to open from either the inside or outside of the vehicle. The dealer will replace the outer rear door handles. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
There is a possibility of the rear doors being unable to open from either the inside or outside of the vehicle.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: Replacement of LH & RH Rear Outside Door Handles Defect: On affected vehicles there is a possibility of the rear doors being unable to open from either the inside or outside of the vehicle. Remedy: Replace the outer rear door handles.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: replacement of LH & RH rear outside door handles.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the outer rear door handles.
Are You Affected?
E Vitara built between 2 May 2025 and 8 November 2025 may be included. Suzuki estimates 2,547 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 R26/01 or the DVSA reference R/2026/332. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| JimnyImproper design of the driver side and the passenger side door harnesses may affect air bag operation | Urgent | R/2021/173 | |
| SwiftUnintended activation of the side air bag curtain air bag and seat pre tensioner may occur when rear door is slammed shut | Urgent | R/2019/186 |
This is one of 90 Suzuki recalls in DVSA’s data. The Suzuki recall launched before it was R/2025/537 on 22 Dec 2025, for rear Brake reservoir cap screw tightening. You can also see every Suzuki recall, all recalls launched in 2026 and door and latch recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2026/332, launched 18 August 2026. 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.