Suzuki car models Grand Vitara and Celerio recalled over safety concerns

The car manufacturer announced in a joint statement with the Ministry of Economy that it is recalling two older models of its fleet

A worker cleans a parked car at the Maruti Suzuki's stockyard on the outskirts of Jammu January 4, 2011. India's Maruti Suzuki reported a 17 percent rise in December vehicle sales, following strong sales at its peers, underlining robust growth momentum in one of the fastest growing auto markets. REUTERS/Mukesh Gupta (INDIAN-ADMINISTERED KASHMIR - Tags: TRANSPORT BUSINESS) *** Local Caption *** DEL02_INDIA-MARUTI-_0104_11.JPG
Ashleigh Stewart
Sep 14, 2017
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Japanese car manufacturers Suzuki have recalled several models of cars in the UAE over safety concerns.

In a joint decision by the Ministry of Economy and Suzuki Corporation on Thursday, the manufacturer is recalling older two Suzuki models: the 2009/ 2010 Celerio, and the Grand Vitara 2.4 2008 to 2010.

According to a statement, the Celerio has a "mis-arranged wiring harness" where parts had been incorrectly interchanged, resulting in a higher electric current flowing through than was designed.

The higher current could result in the stop lamp switch to burn or melt, which could lead to a stop lamp switch failure. This means the automatic transmission might not be able to pulled out of 'park'.

In the Grand Vitara, an internal spring had been manufactured improperly, affecting the steering.

Al Rostamani Trading Company, the distributor of Suzuki in the UAE, would be contacting all affected vehicle owners to inform them of the recall, and organising the free replacement of parts.

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