Safety Recall NHTSA · 07V307000 Reported July 15, 2007

Shift cable retaining clip

Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc · Power Train · 14,251 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
07V307000
Manufacturer Campaign
MU
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
14,251
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 15, 2007

Defect Summary

On certain vehicles equipped with 5-speed manual transmissions, due to improper shape of the clip, the retaining clip that keeps the gear shift cable attached to the gear shift lever can contact the gear shift lever housing if excessive lateral force is applied when shifting to first gear.

Safety Consequence

Repeated shifting in this manner can eventually cause the retaining clip to break. if the retaining clip breaks, the shift cable can become disconnected from the shift lever, resulting in loss of the ability to change transmission gears.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the gear shift cable retaining clip with a clip that has a different shape. the recall began on august 13, 2007. owners may contact american suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 07V307000 or campaign MU.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 07V307000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 07V307000?

NHTSA recall 07V307000 was issued by Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc on July 15, 2007. It addresses: Shift cable retaining clip. The recall affects approximately 14,251 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 07V307000 or the manufacturer campaign number MU. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.