Vehicle recall 98V225002 · October 6, 1998

1997 Suzuki Swift

Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with an automatic transaxle.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with an automatic transaxle. The shift lever appears to be in "park," but can easily be moved from the "park" position without the use of the key, transaxle lever detent button, or depressing the brake.
Consequence: If the shift lever were to come out of "park" while the vehicle is parked on a non-level surface, the vehicle could roll increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the shifter assembly. Until the vehicle is serviced, owners are advised when shifting to "park," always apply the park brake before releasing the service brake.
Notes: Owner notification began October 29, 1998.OWNERS who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Suzuki at 1-714-996-7040. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 98V225002
Reported to NHTSA: October 6, 1998
Filed by: AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
Owner notification: October 29, 1998
Vehicles potentially affected: 1,198
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Power train › Automatic transmission › Park/neutral start interlock switch

Recall 98V225002 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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Suzuki Swift (1997): 1997

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