Suzuki recalls 2021 Jimny over transmission fluid leak

Suzuki Australia and Suzuki Auto Co have placed 27 units of the 2021 Jimny under recall, covering just over one per cent of all Jimnys sold this year.

According to the notice, a fault with the vehicle’s oil seal on automatic transmission models could lead to a potential fluid leak, causing damage to the gearbox’s internals – as well as a loss of drive.

With Suzuki Australia operating nationwide, the manufacturer says customers can contact their nearest dealer to arrange an inspection or to check if their car is involved, as 21 vehicles are affected outside Queensland.

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Queensland operations are handled by Suzuki Auto Co, with only six Sunshine State vehicles under recall, the company will be contacting customers who it believes are affected, also offering for owners to contact their dealer.

To the end of August, a total of 2136 Jimnys have been sold throughout Australia, meaning the issue affects just over one in every 100 cars purchased.

A list of VINs for affected vehicles in Queensland is available via this link, while owners elsewhere in Australia can check here.