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 1999 Suzuki Esteem 4dr Wgn GL 1.6L Manual

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MSRP: $12,699
Invoice: $12,191

Gas Mileage:
CTY: N/A    HWY: N/A    CMB: N/A
Engine/Fuel: Gas L4 /1.6L/97
Transmission: Manual w/OD
Door/Body Style: /4dr Wagon
Drive Type:

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  • General
  • MSRP: $12,699
  • Invoice Price: $12,190
  • Destination Charge: $0
  • Warranty
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Engine & Emissions

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  • Engines & Emissions
  • 1.6L SOHC MFI 16-valve 4-cyl engine
  • Engine
  • Type of Engine: Gas L4
  • Displacement (CC): 1.6L/97
  • Fuel System: MPFI
  • Horsepower @ RPM: 95 @ 6000
  • Torque @ RPM: 99 @ 3000

Dimensions

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  • Exterior Dimensions
  • Track Front: 56.7
  • Track Rear: 56.5
  • Ground Clearance (in): 5.5
  • Overall Length (in): 172.2
  • Overall Width (in): 55.9
  • Wheelbase (in): 97.6
  • Interior Dimensions
  • Seating capacity - Standard: 5
  • Headroom front (in): 38.8
  • Hip room front (in): 50.8
  • Leg room front (in): 42.3
  • Shoulder room front (in): 51.8

Features

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  • Exterior
    • Daytime running lamps
    • Daytime running lamps
    • Halogen headlamps
  • Heating, Ventilation & Air Conditioning
    • Air conditioning
    • Pushbutton air conditioning/heater controls
  • Entertainment, Communication & Navigation
    • AM/FM stereo w/cassette, 4 speakers
  • Wheels & Tires
    • Front wheel drive
    • Full wheel covers
    • P185/60R14 SBR tires
  • Windows, Mirrors & Wipers
    • Day/night rearview mirror
    • Dual fold-away outside mirrors
    • Electric rear window defogger
    • Intermittent windshield wipers/washers
    • Rear window wiper/washer
    • Tinted glass

Safety Features

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  • Safety Features
  • Driver & front passenger air bags
  • Rear door child safety locks
  • Reclining front bucket seats w/adjustable head restraints
  • Braking & Traction
  • Pwr-assisted hydraulic front ventilated disc/rear drum brakes

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    Service Bulletins for 1999 Suzuki

    1999 SUZUKI DR200SE
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI DR350SE
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI DR650
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI ESTEEM
    Bulletin Number: 0109193
    SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE - IMPROPER TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 0204145
    CORRECT COOLANT USAGE. *EH
    Bulletin Number: 0210063
    SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE-INCORRECT WIRING DIAGRAM OF THE WIPER/WASHER COMBINATION SWITCH. *SC
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    Bulletin Number: SC18
    SOME VEHICLES MAY HAVE DAMAGE TO THE VAPOR CONTROL VALVE. *SLC
    Bulletin Number: SW07
    THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS THE REVISED CLAIMS SUBMISSION PROCEDURES FOR REPLACEMENT BATTERIES UNDER WARRANTY. *TT
    1999 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
    Bulletin Number: 03022703R
    REVISED REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR AIR CONDITIONER EVAPORATOR FREEZE-UP DURING USE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 0303273R
    REVISED REPAIR PROCEDURE FOR AIR CONDITIONER EVAPORATOR FREEZE-UP DURING USE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 0503143
    DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE, B1026 FLOW TABLE. SERVICE MANUAL UDPATE CORRECTION. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 06011703R
    OIL WEEPAGE/SEEPAGE FROM LEFT FRONT OF ENGINE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 0602244R2
    OIL LEAKING FROM LEFT FRONT OF ENGINE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 0704213R
    LOUD CHAIN RATTLING NOISE FROM RIGHT FRONT OF ENGINE BEHIND THE TIMING COVER. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 0903143
    OIL LEVEL READS AT LOW MARK ON OIL LEVEL DIP STICK. 1999 - 2003 VITARA/GRAND VITARA/XL-7. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 1405175
    MODIFICATION OF MAIN BEARING OIL CLEARANCE AND THE BEARING SELECTION PROCEDURE. 1999-2005 SUZUKI VITARA SQ420/SQ625L, GRAND VITARA SQ625W, AND XL-7 JA627 *SC
    Bulletin Number: 1410285R
    MODIFICATION OF MAIN BEARING OIL CLEARANCE AND THE BEARING SELECTION PROCEDURE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 1703296
    EXHAUST NOISE CAN BE HEARD FROM UNDER THE VEHICLE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    Bulletin Number: SW07
    THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS THE REVISED CLAIMS SUBMISSION PROCEDURES FOR REPLACEMENT BATTERIES UNDER WARRANTY. *TT
    1999 SUZUKI GS500
    Bulletin Number: 139
    GS500F ENGINE KNOCK AT IDLE / A MILD BUT ANNOYING KNOCKING NOISE FROM THE CYLINDER HEAD AREA. *AK
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI GSF1200
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI GSF600S
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI GSX1300R
    Bulletin Number: 182
    SERVICE MANUAL CORRECTION - FRONT FORK INSTALLATION. *PE
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI GSX1300RX
    Bulletin Number: 182
    SERVICE MANUAL CORRECTION - FRONT FORK INSTALLATION. *PE
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI GSX600F
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI GSX600FW
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI GSX750F
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI GSX-R600
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI GSXR600
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI GSX-R750
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI GSXR750
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI GSX-R750X
    Bulletin Number: 9912
    ASSEMBLY GUIDE & PRE-DELIVERY PROCEDURES. *YC
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI GZ250
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI HAYABUSA
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI INTRUDER
    Bulletin Number: 25
    FUEL SYSTEM EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS CANISTER REPLACEMENT. SUZUKI. 2001-2004 VOLUSIA AND 1999 - 2004 INTRUDER. *TT
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI KATANA
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI LS650P
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI RM125X
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    Bulletin Number: TOOLS29
    A NEW TOOL IS REQUIRED FOR SERVICING MOTORCYCLE'S FRONT SUSPENSION. *YC
    1999 SUZUKI RM250X
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    Bulletin Number: TOOLS29
    A NEW TOOL IS REQUIRED FOR SERVICING MOTORCYCLE'S FRONT SUSPENSION. *YC
    1999 SUZUKI SIDEKICK
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    Bulletin Number: SW07
    THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS THE REVISED CLAIMS SUBMISSION PROCEDURES FOR REPLACEMENT BATTERIES UNDER WARRANTY. *TT
    1999 SUZUKI SIDEKICK SPORT
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    Bulletin Number: SW07
    THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS THE REVISED CLAIMS SUBMISSION PROCEDURES FOR REPLACEMENT BATTERIES UNDER WARRANTY. *TT
    1999 SUZUKI SUZUKI MOTORCYCLE
    Bulletin Number: 99-15
    BRIEF INFORMATION REGARDING FRONT BRAKE LEVER ALIGNMENT. *YC
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI SV650
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI SV650S
    Bulletin Number: 99505-01029
    SUZUKI MOTORCYCLE: ASSEMBLY AND PRE-DELIVERY SERVICE GUIDE. MODEL YEARS UNKNOWN. *PE
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI SWIFT
    Bulletin Number: 0204145
    CORRECT COOLANT USAGE. *EH
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    Bulletin Number: SW07
    THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS THE REVISED CLAIMS SUBMISSION PROCEDURES FOR REPLACEMENT BATTERIES UNDER WARRANTY. *TT
    1999 SUZUKI TL1000R
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI TL1000S
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI VITARA
    Bulletin Number: 0404145
    CORRECT COOLANT USAGE. *EH
    Bulletin Number: 0503143
    DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE, B1026 FLOW TABLE. SERVICE MANUAL UDPATE CORRECTION. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 060103099
    CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE 2.0L ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A CRANK BUT NO-START CONDITION IN 5 DEGREES F OR COLDER WEATHER CONDITIONS. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 060103099
    ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT A CRANK BUT NO-START CONDITION IN COLD WEATER CONDITIONS. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 0605227
    FRONT DIFFERENTIAL OIL SEAL REPLACEMENT. *KB
    Bulletin Number: 0903143
    OIL LEVEL READS AT LOW MARK ON OIL LEVEL DIP STICK. 1999 - 2003 VITARA/GRAND VITARA/XL-7. *TT
    Bulletin Number: 1201074
    SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE FOR RESEALING FRONT TIMING CHAIN COVER. *MR
    Bulletin Number: 1405175
    MODIFICATION OF MAIN BEARING OIL CLEARANCE AND THE BEARING SELECTION PROCEDURE. 1999-2005 SUZUKI VITARA SQ420/SQ625L, GRAND VITARA SQ625W, AND XL-7 JA627 *SC
    Bulletin Number: 1410285R
    MODIFICATION OF MAIN BEARING OIL CLEARANCE AND THE BEARING SELECTION PROCEDURE. *TT
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    Bulletin Number: SW07
    THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS THE REVISED CLAIMS SUBMISSION PROCEDURES FOR REPLACEMENT BATTERIES UNDER WARRANTY. *TT
    Bulletin Number: TS070110230
    A CONDITION MAY EXIST ON CERTAIN MODELS WHERE THE FRONT DIFFERENTIAL HOUSING MAY LEAK FLUID FROM THE RIGHT SIDE OIL SEAL. *TT
    1999 SUZUKI VL1500
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    Bulletin Number: TSB-40A
    SUZUKI MOTORCYCLE: REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS TO BE USED IN CONJUNCTION WITH THE FUEL TANK INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES. THE DEMAND FOR CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL TANKS HAS EXCEEDED OUR PRODUCTION CAPACITY. *PE
    1999 SUZUKI VS1400GL
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI VS1400GL INTRUDER
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI VS800GL
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI VZ800
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    1999 SUZUKI X90
    Bulletin Number: N-Q-G-045
    This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
    Bulletin Number: SW07
    THIS BULLETIN CONTAINS THE REVISED CLAIMS SUBMISSION PROCEDURES FOR REPLACEMENT BATTERIES UNDER WARRANTY. *TT

     

    Recalls for 1999 Suzuki

    1999 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
    NHTSA Campaign ID:FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
    Manufacturer:AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
    Manufacture Dates:06/01/1998 - 06/07/2000
    Potential Units Affected:59888

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. UNDER TEMPERATURES BELOW -25 DEGREES, MOISTURE CAN FREEZE IN THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR. FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE COULD INCREASE AT THE TIME OF ENGINE START UP, CAUSING FUEL LOSS AT THE FUEL PIPE/FUEL HOSE CONNECTION.

    Consequence:

    FUEL LOSS IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REDESIGNED INTAKE MANIFOLD VACUUM UNION AND A NEW FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 4, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A REASONABLE TIME SHOULD CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.
    1999 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
    NHTSA Campaign ID:VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
    Manufacturer:AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
    Manufacture Dates:07/01/1998 - 06/30/2003
    Potential Units Affected:196876

    Defect Description:

    ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE ACCELERATOR CABLE CASING CAP THAT IS ATTACHED TO THE VEHICLE FIREWALL CAN CRACK DUE TO EXTENDED EXPOSURE TO FORCES FROM THE ACCELERATOR CABLE AND INSUFFICIENT LONG-TERM DURABILITY OF THE PLASTIC CASING CAP. IF THE CASING CAP BECOMES CRACKED, MOVEMENT OF THE INNER ACCELERATOR CABLE THROUGH THE CAP CAN CAUSE THE INNER ACCELERATOR CABLE TO BECOME FRAYED.

    Consequence:

    IF THE INNER ACCELERATOR CABLE BECOMES FRAYED, IT CAN STICK DURING VEHICLE OPERATION. IN THE CASE WHERE AN ACCELERATOR CABLE STICKS, THE DRIVER COULD HAVE DIFFICULTY CONTROLLING VEHICLE SPEED, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ACCELERATOR CABLE, WHICH INCLUDES THE PLASTIC CASING CAP. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JANUARY 5, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.
    1999 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
    NHTSA Campaign ID:SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
    Manufacturer:AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
    Manufacture Dates:02/01/1998 - 08/31/2005
    Potential Units Affected:801

    Defect Description:

    ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 16-INCH WHEELS, THE FRONT BRAKE DISCS MAY BREAK UNDER SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS. THE BREAKAGE CAN OCCUR IN CONDITIONS WHERE THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN ON A REGULAR BASIS ON EXTREMELY STEEP PAVED DOWN-SLOPES WHILE CONTINUOUSLY APPLYING THE BRAKES.

    Consequence:

    THE FRONT BRAKES MAY BECOME INOPERATIVE AND THE VEHICLE MAY PULL TO ONE SIDE. THIS COULD RESULT IN A CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT BRAKE DISCS ON THESE VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 10, 2005. THESE VEHICLES ARE LOCATED ON ST. THOMAS ISLAND (VIRGIN ISLANDS). OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI DEL CARIBE AT 787-622-0600.
    1999 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
    NHTSA Campaign ID:FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
    Manufacturer:AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
    Manufacture Dates:06/01/1998 - 06/30/1999
    Potential Units Affected:172093

    Defect Description:

    ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, UNDER AMBIENT TEMPERATURES BELOW -25 DEGREES CELSIUS, MOISTURE CAN FREEZE IN THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR. AS A RESULT, FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE MAY INCREASE AT THE TIME OF ENGINE START UP, CAUSING FUEL LOSS AT THE FUEL PIPE/FUEL HOSE CONNECTION.

    Consequence:

    FUEL LOSS IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR, THE FUEL DELIVER HOSE AND REPLACE THE HOSE CLAMP WITH AN IMPROVED CLAMP. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.
    1999 SUZUKI GSX1300R
    NHTSA Campaign ID:ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
    Manufacturer:AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
    Manufacture Dates:01/01/1999 - 08/31/2000
    Potential Units Affected:8511

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, THE SPRING IN THE CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER CAN BREAK. EXCESSIVE SLACK WILL DEVELOP IN THE CAM CHAIN, ALLOWING THE CHAIN TO JUMP TO THE WRONG POSITION ON THE CAM SHAFT SPROCKETS.

    Consequence:

    SEVERE ENGINE DAMAGE COULD OCCUR, CAUSING SUDDEN ENGINE FAILURE.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ORIGINAL CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER, OR THE FIRST GENERATION RECALL TENSION ADJUSTER, WITH A NEW OIL-DAMPED RATCHET-TYPE CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER. DEALERS WILL ALSO INSTALL A NEW TENSION ADJUSTER OIL SUPPLY HOSE AND A NEW CAM CHAIN GUIDE.
    1999 SUZUKI GSX1300RX
    NHTSA Campaign ID:ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
    Manufacturer:AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
    Manufacture Dates:01/01/1999 - 07/31/1999
    Potential Units Affected:2670

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. THE SPRING IN THE CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER CAN BREAK ALLOWING THE CAM CHAIN TO JUMP TO THE WRONG POSITION ON THE CAM SHAFT SPROCKETS. IF THE CHAIN JUMPS TO THE WRONG POSITION, SEVERE ENGINE DAMAGE COULD OCCUR CAUSING SUDDEN ENGINE FAILURE.

    Consequence:

    SUDDEN ENGINE FAILURE COULD CAUSE THE REAR WHEEL TO LOCKUP, DISTURBING THE RIDER'S ABILITY TO CONTROL THE MOTORCYCLE.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ORIGINAL CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER WITH A REVISED CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER.
    1999 SUZUKI GSXR600
    NHTSA Campaign ID:ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
    Manufacturer:AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
    Manufacture Dates:09/01/1998 - 04/30/1999
    Potential Units Affected:7828

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. THE CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER DOES NOT PROVIDE CONSISTENT TENSION TO THE CAM CHAIN IN THE ENGINE CAUSING ABNORMAL ENGINE SOUNDS.

    Consequence:

    THIS COULD LEAD TO CAM CHAIN BREAKAGE OR OVER SEVERE ENGINE DAMAGE. IT COULD ALSO CAUSE SUDDEN ENGINE FAILURE.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ORIGINAL CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER AND UPPER CAM CHAIN GUIDE NO. 2 WITH A REVISED CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER AND UPPER CAM CHAIN GUIDE NO. 2. THE DEALER WILL INSPECT AND MAY REPLACE OTHER ENGINE COMPONENTS WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED BECAUSE OF CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER FAILURE.
    1999 SUZUKI GSXR750
    NHTSA Campaign ID:ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
    Manufacturer:AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
    Manufacture Dates:07/01/1998 - 04/30/1999
    Potential Units Affected:7828

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. THE CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER DOES NOT PROVIDE CONSISTENT TENSION TO THE CAM CHAIN IN THE ENGINE CAUSING ABNORMAL ENGINE SOUNDS.

    Consequence:

    THIS COULD LEAD TO CAM CHAIN BREAKAGE OR OVER SEVERE ENGINE DAMAGE. IT COULD ALSO CAUSE SUDDEN ENGINE FAILURE.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ORIGINAL CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER AND UPPER CAM CHAIN GUIDE NO. 2 WITH A REVISED CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER AND UPPER CAM CHAIN GUIDE NO. 2. THE DEALER WILL INSPECT AND MAY REPLACE OTHER ENGINE COMPONENTS WHICH MAY HAVE BEEN DAMAGED BECAUSE OF CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER FAILURE.
    1999 SUZUKI HAYABUSA
    NHTSA Campaign ID:ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
    Manufacturer:AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
    Manufacture Dates:01/01/1999 - 07/31/1999
    Potential Units Affected:2670

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MOTORCYCLES. THE SPRING IN THE CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER CAN BREAK ALLOWING THE CAM CHAIN TO JUMP TO THE WRONG POSITION ON THE CAM SHAFT SPROCKETS. IF THE CHAIN JUMPS TO THE WRONG POSITION, SEVERE ENGINE DAMAGE COULD OCCUR CAUSING SUDDEN ENGINE FAILURE.

    Consequence:

    SUDDEN ENGINE FAILURE COULD CAUSE THE REAR WHEEL TO LOCKUP, DISTURBING THE RIDER'S ABILITY TO CONTROL THE MOTORCYCLE.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ORIGINAL CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER WITH A REVISED CAM CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTER.
    1999 SUZUKI VITARA
    NHTSA Campaign ID:STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
    Manufacturer:AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
    Manufacture Dates:11/01/1998 - 12/15/1998
    Potential Units Affected:38

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE COUPLING THAT CONNECTS THE STEERING COLUMN SHAFT TO THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT IS CRACKED. THIS COULD ALLOW THE STEERING SHAFTS TO SEPARATE.

    Consequence:

    IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION, A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL COULD OCCUR INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING SHAFT COUPLING.
    1999 SUZUKI VITARA
    NHTSA Campaign ID:EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
    Manufacturer:AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
    Manufacture Dates:09/01/1998 - 06/30/1999
    Potential Units Affected:8408

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE AN INOPERATIVE BRAKE LAMP-ACTUATING SWITCH. IF THE BRAKE LAMP-ACTUATING SWITCH DOES NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED, THE BRAKE LIGHTS MAY BE INOPERATIVE. ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE, A FAILURE IN THE BRAKE LAMP-ACTUATING SWITCH MAY ALSO PREVENT SHIFTING OUT OF PARK. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

    Consequence:

    IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AND ANOTHER VEHICLE WAS FOLLOWING CLOSELY, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH ASSEMBLY.
    1999 SUZUKI VITARA
    NHTSA Campaign ID:EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
    Manufacturer:AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
    Manufacture Dates: - 06/07/1999
    Potential Units Affected:1273

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 2-DOOR PASSENGER VEHICLES. DURING PORT INSTALLATION OF REAR STEREO SPEAKERS, THE VEHICLES WIRING HARNESS COULD HAVE BEEN PINCHED BETWEEN THE REAR STEREO SPEAKER AND SPEAKER RETAINING PLATE.

    Consequence:

    AN ELECTRICAL SHORT COULD OCCUR DUE TO THE PINCHED WIRES.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE POSITION/CONDITION OF THE REAR WIRING HARNESS AND REPAIR THE WIRING HARNESS, IF NECESSARY.
    1999 SUZUKI VITARA
    NHTSA Campaign ID:SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
    Manufacturer:AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
    Manufacture Dates: - 06/07/1999
    Potential Units Affected:1273

    Defect Description:

    VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 2-DOOR PASSENGER VEHICLES. DURING PORT INSTALLATION OF REAR STEREO SPEAKERS, THE FRONT SEAT BELT LOWER ANCHOR BOLTS WERE REMOVED TO FACILITATE THE REAR SPEAKER INSTALLATION AND MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TORQUED TO SPECIFICATION AFTER INSTALLATION OF THE SPEAKERS.

    Consequence:

    IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT BELTS MAY NOT PROPERLY RESTRAIN AN OCCUPANT INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL RETORQUE BOTH OF THE FRONT SEAT BELT LOWER ANCHOR BOLTS TO SPECIFICATION.
    1999 SUZUKI VL1500
    NHTSA Campaign ID:FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
    Manufacturer:AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
    Manufacture Dates:08/01/1998 - 04/30/1999
    Potential Units Affected:37911

    Defect Description:

    ON CERTAIN MOTORCYCLES, STRESS AROUND THE RIGHT FRONT FUEL TANK MOUNTING POINT CAN CAUSE HAIRLINE FATIGUE CRACKS TO FORM. THIS CAN RESULT IN A FUEL LEAK.

    Consequence:

    IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FUEL LEAK CAN RESULT IN A FIRE.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUEL TANK AND INSTALL IMPROVED CUSHIONS THAT MOUNT AND SUPPORT THE FUEL TANK. ANY FUEL TANKS THAT ARE FOUND TO HAVE A CRACK WILL BE REPLACED. IF A TANK IS FOUND TO HAVE A CRACK AND A REPLACEMENT TANK IS NOT AVAILABLE, FUEL TANK SEALANT WILL BE APPLIED TO THE TANK AS AN INTERIM REPAIR. WHEN THE REPLACEMENT TANK BECOMES AVAILABLE, THE OWNER WILL BE CONTACTED AND A REPLACEMENT TANK WILL BE INSTALLED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-714-572-1490.
    1999 SUZUKI VZ800
    NHTSA Campaign ID:FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:CARBURETOR SYSTEM
    Manufacturer:AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
    Manufacture Dates:11/01/1998 - 11/30/2003
    Potential Units Affected:849

    Defect Description:

    THIS CAMPAIGN INVOLVES CERTAIN MARAUDER MODEL MOTORCYCLES EQUIPPED WITH CALIFORNIA EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS EQUIPMENT. WHEN A MOTORCYCLE IS PARKED AFTER CITY DRIVING IN HEAVY TRAFFIC, UNDER SOME CONDITIONS, ELEVATED PRESSURE IN THE FUEL TANK VENT LINE CAN CAUSE BACK PRESSURE IN THROUGH THE SURGE CONTROL VALVE.

    Consequence:

    ON SOME OCCASIONS THIS CAN CAUSE LIQUID FUEL FROM REAR CARBURETOR AIR FILTER BOX. IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE THIS FUEL LEAKAGE CAN CAUSE A FIRE.

    Action:

    DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CARBON CANISTER WITH A NEWLY DESIGNED CANISTER AND ASSOCIATED VENT LINE CHANGES WILL BE MADE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 30, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-255-2550.

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