Air bag & steering column fasteners
Defect Summary
Suzuki has notified nhtsa of a defect in certain model year 2010 equator trucks manufactured from february 22, 2010 to march 13, 2010. the fasteners securing the passenger front air bag module, and also the fasteners securing the steering shaft positioning bracket may not have been tightened to the proper torque specification.
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash, the passenger front air bag deployment trajectory might be affected. the fasteners could possibly come out of the steering column positioning bracket increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the steering column and the passenger front air bag fasteners and any missing fasteners will be replaced and all loose fasteners will be retightened to the proper torque specifications free of charge. all the vehicles have been remedied there fore an owner notification letter was not issued. owners may contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.
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FAQ: Recall 10V118000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 10V118000?
NHTSA recall 10V118000 was issued by Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc on March 25, 2010. It addresses: Air bag & steering column fasteners. The recall affects approximately 15 vehicles, with the defect involving the Air Bags component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 10V118000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.