This page covers 2 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2012 Suzuki Equator.
16 mpg combined
14.7 L/100km
Small Pickup Trucks 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
The 2012 Suzuki Equator has two recalls, one where an oil cooler or oil filter bolt can fail and cause an engine oil leak that drops oil pressure enough to seize the engine while driving.
The second recall affects two-wheel drive models: the front wheel hubs may be softer than specified, causing them to wear and eventually crack. A cracked hub can break apart, which would significantly reduce the driver's ability to steer or control the vehicle.
At a glance
What can fail
Front wheel hubs may have been made softer than designed, causing them to wear quickly and eventually crack.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace both front wheel hub assemblies at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
Bolts connecting the engine oil cooler and oil filter to the engine may be weaker than specified. These bolts can break at the oil filter attachment point, causing engine oil to leak.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the connector bolts at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
