Maruti Suzuki recalls over 17,000 Alto K10, S-Presso, Eeco, Brezza, Baleno, Grand Vitara over faulty airbag controller

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Maruti Suzuki has announced to recall a total of 17,362 vehicles manufactured between December 8 last year and January 12, the company informed exchanges on Wednesday morning. The affected models are Alto K10, S-Presso, Eeco, Brezza, Baleno and Grand Vitara.

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The recall is being undertaken to inspect and replace the affected part of the Airbag Controller. The company will replace the affected part free of cost, if required in these vehicles.

It is suspected that there is a possible defect in the affected part, which in the rare case might result in non-deployment of the airbags and seat belt pretensioners, in the event of a vehicle crash.

Out of abundant caution, customers of the suspected vehicles are advised not to drive or use the vehicle till the affected part is replaced, the company said.

Affected vehicle owners will be receiving communication from Maruti Suzuki authorized workshops for immediate attention.

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