Suzuki Ignis: Measures Against Loosening Of Steering Shaft Nut
Suzuki is recalling 4,412 Ignis and Swift vehicles in the United Kingdom because the steering wheel fastening nut may loosen during use, potentially causing rattling noises or, in extreme cases, preventing the steering wheel from operating properly. The fix involves checking the steering wheel installation, cleaning the area, and retightening the nut to a higher specification. This is classified as a Class II recall.
- Recalling firm
- SUZUKI GB PLC
- Product
- Vehicles: SUZUKI IGNIS, SUZUKI Swift. Units affected: 4,412
- Reason
- Steering wheel fastening insufficient the mounting nut may loosen resulting in an abnormal sound or rattling if the use is continued the fitting may become disengaged in the worst case the steering wheel operation may not be possible. Remedy: Check and clean the installation condition of the steering wheel in all vehicles install the steering wheel correctly and tighten the nut to the revised specified torque of 43Nm (before: 33Nm).
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Agency
- UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
- Recall date
- 2025-02-17
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- United Kingdom
Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/0cbf4431-453b-4284-8bda-f22709b27c92