Recall 10V392 covers 20,692 2008-2010 Suzuki Equator, SX4, and Grand Vitara vehicles with Garmin GPS batteries that overheat. Repair is free.
Suzuki recall 10V392 covers 20,692 2008-2010 Equator, SX4, and Grand Vitara vehicles equipped with Garmin Nuvi 750, 760, or 765 navigation units. Batteries inside those GPS units can overheat and start a fire, and the dealer repair will be free once Suzuki makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The affected part is the Garmin Nuvi 750, 760, or 765 navigation unit installed in certain 2008-2010 Suzuki Equator, SX4, and Grand Vitara vehicles. This GPS unit is separate from the engine and steering systems. It helps the driver follow a route, and its internal battery keeps the unit powered when it is not drawing power from the vehicle.
In NHTSA campaign 10V392, the defect is inside the batteries contained in those GPS units. Suzuki states that the batteries can overheat. The filing does not give a separate root cause, so the practical concern is the battery itself, not the screen, map software, or vehicle wiring.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners should treat the affected Garmin unit as the problem part even if the navigation display still turns on and works normally.
Who's affected?
Spans 3 Suzuki models across the 2008, 2009, and 2010 model years, all tied to the same navigation system component.
| 2010 Suzuki Equator | Navigational system(global positioning system) |
|---|---|
| 2008 Suzuki SX4 | Navigational system(global positioning system) |
| 2009 Suzuki SX4 | Navigational system(global positioning system) |
| 2009 Suzuki Equator | Navigational system(global positioning system) |
| 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | Navigational system(global positioning system) |
| 2010 Suzuki SX4 | Navigational system(global positioning system) |
| Units affected | 20,692 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
An overheated battery creates a fire risk. Keep the device away from heat buildup, and schedule the recall repair soon if your VIN is included. Repair will be free at any franchised Suzuki dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2008-2010 Suzuki Equator, SX4, or Grand Vitara is included in this recall.
- Use Suzuki's owner notice to confirm next steps, or reference recall number 10V392 when you call.
- Contact Suzuki or Garmin to schedule the free Garmin Nuvi battery replacement and spacer installation that addresses the overheating GPS battery.
- Remove or stop using the affected Garmin Nuvi navigation unit until the battery and spacer repair is complete.
- Bring the recall notice and the Garmin Nuvi unit to the repair appointment.
What happens at the repair
Suzuki's filing says the GPS repair is handled by Garmin technicians. The known repair is to replace the battery in the affected Garmin Nuvi navigation unit and install a spacer above the battery. Because the remedy status is not listed as available in this source slice, do not assume the final repair can be scheduled from this page alone. Once available through the recall process, the battery replacement and spacer installation are free of charge. Ask the Suzuki service desk how they coordinate the Garmin repair for your vehicle.
Timeline
| September 1, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 24, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V392?
Recall 10V392 covers 20,692 2008-2010 Suzuki SX4, Grand Vitara, and Equator vehicles with Garmin nuvi 750, 760, or 765 navigation units. The battery inside the GPS unit can overheat and result in a fire. Garmin technicians replace the battery and add a spacer for free.
What should I do if my 2008-2010 Suzuki Equator, SX4, or Grand Vitara is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Suzuki is included in recall 10V392. If it is, contact a Suzuki dealer or Garmin at 1-866-957-1981 and reference the recall number. The repair is free and is performed by Garmin technicians.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to provide the recall remedy at no cost, and Suzuki's remedy says Garmin technicians replace the GPS battery and install a spacer free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. The affected Garmin navigation unit contains a battery that can overheat. If your VIN is included, arrange the free battery replacement and spacer installation, and ask Suzuki or Garmin what to do if the GPS unit feels hot.
What if I bought my Suzuki used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Suzuki is included, then reference recall 10V392 when you contact a Suzuki dealer or Garmin.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V392000 |
|---|---|
| Suzuki customer service | 1-866-957-1981 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V392 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V392000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →