Maruti recalls 1492 vehicles for faulty steering column

Maruti Suzuki has recalled 1492 vehicles to carry out an inspection of their steering columns. This recall is pertinent to Ertiga (306 nos.), Swift (592 nos.), Dzire (581 nos.) and A-Star (13 nos.) cars manufactured between 19 October, 2013 and 26 October, 2013.

If the steering column is found to be defective, Maruti will replace it free of cost. Maruti Suzuki has stated that its dealers would contact the owners of the affected vehicles.

Additionally, Maruti owners can log on to the manufacturer’s website and ascertain if their vehicles are in the list of recalled vehicles. Owners need to enter their car’s 14 digit alpha-numeric chassis number in the provided field.

Alternatively, owners can visit the nearest Maruti Suzuki dealer workshop to ascertain the same.

The steering column is an important component and it would be a good idea for owners to have their cars inspected, depending on eligibility.