Safety Recall NHTSA · 79V238000 Reported October 29, 1979

Power train:clutch assembly:linkage:flexible

Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc · Power Train · 2,033 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
79V238000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
2,033
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 29, 1979

Defect Summary

If the clutch cable was forcefully pulled or pushed upon during the crating process at the factory, the clutch cable may have become dislodged from its cable retainer. It may contact the carburetor throttle shaft connector and prevent the throttle plates from returning to idle.

Corrective Action

Dealer will install an additional clutch cable retainer to prevent dislodgement at no cost to owner.

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 79V238000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 79V238000

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

What is recall 79V238000?

NHTSA recall 79V238000 was issued by Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc on October 29, 1979. It addresses: Power train:clutch assembly:linkage:flexible. The recall affects approximately 2,033 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 79V238000 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.