The problem
Certain passenger vehicles May have a mislocated sensor in the driver's seat belt buckle assembly. This condition can prevent the driver's seat belt tongue from being inserted into the buckle.
The risk
In the event of a crash, a seat occupant May not be properly restrained increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will replace the driver's seat belt buckle assembly. Owner notification began September 4, 2003. Owners should contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 03V-333 (03V333000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | K4 |
| Manufacturer | Suzuki Motor USA, LLC |
| Component | Seat belts › Front › Buckle assembly |
| Report date | September 8, 2003 |
| Owners notified | September 4, 2003 |
| Vehicles affected | 4,548 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the seat belts
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 03V-333 repair free?
Yes. Suzuki dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the driver's seat belt buckle assembly. Owner notification began September 4, 2003. Owners should contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 4,548 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.