Safety Recall NHTSA · 14V811000 Reported December 22, 2014

Shift selector moved from park

Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc · Power Train · 60,823 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
14V811000
Manufacturer Campaign
VL
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
60,823
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 22, 2014
Completion Rate
57.15

Defect Summary

Suzuki motor of america, inc. (suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 sx4 vehicles manufactured july 16, 2009, to november 1, 2012, and 2010-2013 kizashi vehicles manufactured october 13, 2009, to october 31, 2012. the shift selector can be moved out of the "park" position without depressing the brake pedal.

Safety Consequence

If the shift selector is moved out of the "park" position while the brake pedal is not depressed, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shift selector assembly and inspect, and if necessary, replace the shift knob, free of charge. The recall began january 16, 2015. Owners may contact suzuki customer service at 1-714-996-7040. suzuki's number for this recall is vl.

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 14V811000 or campaign VL.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 14V811000

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

What is recall 14V811000?

NHTSA recall 14V811000 was issued by Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc on December 22, 2014. It addresses: Shift selector moved from park. The recall affects approximately 60,823 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 14V811000 or the manufacturer campaign number VL. 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.