Maruti recalls Ignis over rear parking sensor issue

Maruti Suzuki has issued a recall for the discontinued Ignis hatchback over a rear parking sensor issue. While we do not have clarity on the number of affected units or the manufacturing timeline, we’ve got our hands on a document issued by an authorised dealer.

1. Dealer-issued document reveals controller assembly issue causes the glitch
2. Customers are directed to visit the nearest workshop and have the part replaced free of cost

What is the issue with the rear parking sensor?

According to the document, Maruti Suzuki has observed that owing to the “Controller Assembly, Park Sensor (‘Part’), sometimes the reverse parking alarm may not function correctly". For the same reason, the carmaker has “proactively decided to replace” the affected part.

What is Maruti Suzuki doing to rectify this issue?

Maruti Suzuki has reached out to owners of the affected cars and requested them to visit an authorised workshop. The part replacement will be done at no cost. Concerned customers have been directed to contact the service centre to schedule an appointment and receive further assistance.