Maruti Suzuki has announced a recall of 7,213 Baleno RS vehicles. The nation’s biggest automobile manufacturer has announced that the recall is happening due to a defect in a part of the brake system called a vacuum pump.
Owners of affected vehicles will be contacted by authorized Maruti Suzuki dealer workshops to arrange for free replacement of the defective components. Customers have been assured by the business that the recall is a preventative measure and that no injuries or accidents have been reported thus far.
Maruti Is Recalling these units
These automobiles were produced between October 27, 2016, and November 1, 2019. The recall is related to a possible problem with the vacuum pump, which helps the vehicle brake. The company has stated that the affected vehicle may occasionally require more effort to press the brake pedal.
What is a vacuum pump and how can a faulty pump affect the rider?
A vacuum pump is a car’s brake system component that creates the vacuum required to power the brake booster. The brake booster is a device that amplifies the force applied to the brake pedal, making it easier to slow down or stop the vehicle.
Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS engine, price
The Maruti Suzuki Baleno RS got all disc brakes on all wheels, with a 10 percent stiffer suspension set-up. The Baleno RS got a 102hp, 150Nm 1.0-liter turbo-engine mated to a 5-speed manual gearbox.
The Baleno RS was priced at Rs 8.69 lakh (ex-showroom) and was produced only until 2020.
Major Cause
- The vacuum pump draws air out of the brake booster when the brake pedal is pressed, creating a vacuum that increases the force applied to the brake pedal.
- This assists the driver with applying the brakes with less exertion, and it likewise assists with guaranteeing that the brakes are responsive and powerful.
- In the event that the vacuum siphon isn’t working accurately, it can cause issues with the braking capability, prompting expanded exertion in brake pedal application.
Previous Recalls
In January, Maruti Suzuki also recalled 17,362 units of various models, including the Alto K10, S-Presso, Eeco, Brezza, Baleno, and Grand Vitara, to replace a defective airbag controller. The vehicles in question were produced between December 8, 2022, and January 12, 2023