Suzuki S-cross and Vitara recall: Canister Replacement
Yes – some of these vehicles are being recalled
- What's wrong
- On affected vehicles the EVAP Carbon canister should be filled with activated carbon however an air gap may develop on the inside during use which may degrade its performance. There is a risk that fuel evaporation gas will leak into the atmosphere resulting in non-compliance…
- What to do
- Contact a Suzuki dealer to book the free repair. Replace the EVAP Carbon cannister.
Source: Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA)
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What’s wrong
On affected vehicles the EVAP Carbon canister should be filled with activated carbon however an air gap may develop on the inside during use which may degrade its performance. There is a risk that fuel evaporation gas will leak into the atmosphere resulting in non-compliance with regulations.
The fix
Replace the EVAP Carbon cannister.
Vehicles affected
| Model | Built from | Built to | Vehicles |
|---|---|---|---|
| S-cross | 1 Oct 2019 | 15 Dec 2019 | 592 |
| S-cross | 8 Jan 2020 | 29 Oct 2020 | 1,080 |
| S-cross | 1 Dec 2020 | 20 Sep 2021 | 668 |
| S-cross | 11 Jan 2021 | 29 Jul 2021 | 225 |
| S-cross | 1 Oct 2021 | 22 Apr 2024 | 12,287 |
| S-cross | 7 Jul 2022 | 22 Mar 2024 | 6,850 |
| Vitara | 13 Sep 2019 | 7 Jan 2020 | 4,165 |
| Vitara | 13 Dec 2019 | 11 Dec 2020 | 5,908 |
| Vitara | 1 Dec 2020 | 26 Oct 2022 | 4,080 |
| Vitara | 25 Jan 2021 | 5 Apr 2022 | 1,801 |
| Vitara | 26 Jul 2021 | 17 Feb 2022 | 1,649 |
| Vitara | 12 Nov 2021 | 10 Nov 2022 | 1,536 |
| Vitara | 7 Sep 2022 | 14 Nov 2022 | 388 |
| Vitara | 6 Oct 2022 | 21 Mar 2024 | 10,046 |
How to check your vehicle
Use the official DVSA checker with your registration number to see if your exact vehicle is included. If it is, the manufacturer should have written to the registered keeper. The repair is free, even if you bought the vehicle second-hand.
Updated 16 April 2025. This page summarises an official notice. Details can change – always follow the official notice.