The problem
On certain passenger vehicles, the brake light switch May become misadjusted if an upward/rearward force is applied to the brake pedal. If this should occur, the brake light switch will not function properly, causing the brake lights, including the high mounted stop lamp, to remain illuminated continuously without brake pedal application, with the ignition switch in the on or off position.
The risk
If the brake lights remain on continuously while driving,a following driver May not know when your brakes have been applied, and a rear-end crash could occur without prior warning. This condition May also discharge the vehicle's battery, and, the automatic transmission torque converter clutch, cruise control and traction control system, if equipped, will become disabled.
The fix
Dealers will replace the brake light switch free of charge. The recall began on March 16, 2005. Owners May contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 05V-022 (05V022000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | KF |
| Manufacturer | Suzuki Motor USA, LLC |
| Component | Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch |
| Report date | January 28, 2005 |
| Owners notified | March 16, 2005 |
| Vehicles affected | 37,796 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the lights
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 05V-022 repair free?
Yes. Suzuki dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the brake light switch free of charge. The recall began on March 16, 2005. Owners May 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 37,796 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.