Safety Recall NHTSA · 85V078000 Reported June 13, 1985

Lighting:switch:button:ring:high/low beam dimmer

Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc · Exterior Lighting · 2,757 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
85V078000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Exterior Lighting
Vehicles Affected
2,757
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
June 13, 1985

Defect Summary

The headlamp switch may fail during operation without warning due to dislocation of the circuitry contact piece. consequence of defect: a sudden loss of headlight illumination at night could result in an accident.

Corrective Action

Install an "l" shaped support piece into the switch box to prevent the dimmer switch contact piece from dislocating.

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 85V078000 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 85V078000

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

What is recall 85V078000?

NHTSA recall 85V078000 was issued by Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc on June 13, 1985. It addresses: Lighting:switch:button:ring:high/low beam dimmer. The recall affects approximately 2,757 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Suzuki Motor Usa, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 85V078000 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.