87,599 S-Presso and Eeco vehicles recalled by Maruti Suzuki to have faulty steering tie rods replaced

25 Jul 2023 , 12:31 PM

Maruti Suzuki, the largest automaker in India, announced in a market filing that it has recalled 87,599 vehicles to fix faulty steering tie rods.

The manufacturer of the S-Presso and Eeco models, which were produced between July 5 and February 15, 2023, revealed that it is recalling 87,599 of those vehicles.

According to a press release from Maruti Suzuki, ‘It is suspected that there is a possible defect in a part of the steering tie rod, used in such vehicles, which in a rare case, may break and affect vehicle steerability and handling.’

Affected vehicle owners will be contacted by Maruti Suzuki authorized dealer workshops for a free examination and part replacement, it was said.

The aforementioned recall is in force as of right now, on July 24, 2023, at 6:30 p.m.

In 2019, Maruti debuted the S-Presso. Last year, a redesigned model with a 1-liter petrol engine and idle-start-stop technology was introduced, offering fuel efficiency of up to 25.3 km per litre. Dual airbags, a high-speed alert system, standard reverse parking sensors across all trim levels, and Electronic Stability Programme (ESP) with Hill Hold Assist in AGS trim levels are just a few of the amenities offered by the vehicle.

A new iteration of the Eeco MPV from Maruti debuted in 2022 for Rs 5.10 lakh (ex-showroom). The new Eeco is offered in 13 variations, including versions for cargo, tours, and ambulances, as well as seating arrangements for five or seven passengers.

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