BEIJING - Japanese carmaker Suzuki Motor Corp will recall 4,007 Grand Vitara vehicles in China to repair problems that could pose safety risks, China's quality watchdog said Monday.

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The recall, set to begin Feb 28, affects four models of the Grand Vitara, which were manufactured between June 2, 2008 and Oct 20, 2010, the General Administration of Quality Supervision, Inspection and Quarantine (AQSIQ) said in a statement on its website.

The automaker will replace a faulty component in the serpentine belt tensioner of affected cars at no charge, the statement said.

Owners may contact the automaker at hotline number 138-165-245-49 or dial phone numbers 010-59799616 or 65537365 for the defective products control center with AQSIQ.