The problem
On certain passenger cars, the dual stage driver's air bag deploys in an improper sequence.
The risk
If the driver's air bag deploys improperly during a frontal vehicle crash, the driver could be severely injured or killed.
The fix
Dealers will install an adapting wiring harness. Owner notification began on October 30, 2003, to verona vehicle owners. All forenza vehicles were repaired at the port of entry. There are no owner notifications necessary for the forenza model vehicles. Owners should contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 03V-426 (03V426000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | KB |
| Manufacturer | Suzuki Motor USA, LLC |
| Component | Air bags › Frontal |
| Report date | October 29, 2003 |
| Owners notified | October 30, 2003 |
| Vehicles affected | 7,797 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 03V-426 repair free?
Yes. Suzuki dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will install an adapting wiring harness. Owner notification began on October 30, 2003, to verona vehicle owners. All forenza vehicles were repaired at the port of entry. There are no owner notifications necessary for the forenza model vehicles.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 7,797 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.