2009 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
4 recalls — 24 complaints — 20 TSBs
19V187000 Mar 7, 2019
SEATS
Defect Description
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kizashi and 2006-2013 Grand Vitara vehicles. The front passenger leather seat may shrink due to high humidity and high temperature. As a result, the occupant classification system (OCS) sensor mat may not accurately detect if an... Read more
Consequence
In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, an incorrect classification may result in the passenger frontal air bag deploying even if there is a child in the front passenger seat, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat bottom cushion, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2019. All second letters notifying owners of the remedy were mailed by April 10, 2020. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934... Read more
17V085000 Feb 9, 2017
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Defect Description
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Grand Vitara vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The gear shift rear shaft on these vehicles may break, preventing the gears from being able to be changed.
Consequence
If the transmission cannot be shifted, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the gear shift rear shaft, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is VZ.
13V405000 Sep 6, 2013
AIR BAGS
Defect Description
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Grand Vitara and 2007-2011 SX4 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, over time, the OCS sensor mat installed in the front passenger seat may fail due to repeated flexing of the mat from use of the seat. As a result, dur... Read more
Consequence
Air bag deployment with a child in the front passenger side seat increases the risk of injury to that child.
Remedy
Suzuki will notify owners and dealers will replace the front passenger seat cushion assembly (which includes the OCS sensor mat) free of charge. Sufficient quantities of parts are not currently available to fix all of the affected vehicles. Owners will be notified of the recall in October 2013 and ... Read more
11V055000 Jan 27, 2011
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Defect Description
SUZUKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4-CYLINDER ENGINES; MODEL YEAR 2011 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES PRODUCED PRIOR TO OCTOBER 17, 2010; MODEL YEAR 2010 SUZUKI SX4 PASSENGER VEHICLES; AND 2011 SUZUK... Read more
Consequence
IF THE DRIVE BELT COMES OFF, REQUIRING THE DRIVER TO USE INCREASED STEERING EFFORT, OR THE ENGINE STALLS, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TENSION ADJUSTER PULLEY WITH AN IMPROVED PART. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 16, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-887-697-8985 OR VISIT SUZUKI'S WEBSITE AT HTTP://WWW.SUZUKIAUTO.COM.
Complaint Statistics
24 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 3 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
| ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) | 3 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 3 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 2 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 2 |
| ENGINE | 2 |
| POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT | 1 |
| EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER | 1 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 18, 2019
Incident date: Nov 16, 2019
THE POWER STEERING PUMP DRIVE-BELT TENSION ADJUSTABLE PULLEY- HAS BEEN COMPROMISED ... AND EFFECTS MY AC. WHILE RESEARCHING I FOUND THE 2006 - 2012 MODELS WERE EFFECTED AS WELL, CAUSING A RECALL..VEHICLE WAS IN PARK- AND WOULD NOT START.. TURNED OFF AC AND SHE FINALLY TURNED OVER.. AFTER I LET HER S... Read more
STEERING
Nov 18, 2019
Incident date: Nov 16, 2019
THE POWER STEERING PUMP DRIVE-BELT TENSION ADJUSTABLE PULLEY- HAS BEEN COMPROMISED ... AND EFFECTS MY AC. WHILE RESEARCHING I FOUND THE 2006 - 2012 MODELS WERE EFFECTED AS WELL, CAUSING A RECALL..VEHICLE WAS IN PARK- AND WOULD NOT START.. TURNED OFF AC AND SHE FINALLY TURNED OVER.. AFTER I LET HER S... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Oct 17, 2019
Incident date: Dec 14, 2012
NO WORD ABS AND ESP,
AIR BAGS
Oct 17, 2019
Incident date: Dec 14, 2012
NO WORD ABS AND ESP,
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 26, 2019
Incident date: Apr 24, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA. WHILE DRIVING, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES FAILED TO PROVIDE ACCURATE READINGS, AND THE ENGINE, ABS, ASP, AND AIR BAG WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ABS FAILED AND NEEDE... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Apr 26, 2019
Incident date: Apr 24, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA. WHILE DRIVING, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES FAILED TO PROVIDE ACCURATE READINGS, AND THE ENGINE, ABS, ASP, AND AIR BAG WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ABS FAILED AND NEEDE... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Apr 26, 2019
Incident date: Apr 24, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA. WHILE DRIVING, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL GAUGES FAILED TO PROVIDE ACCURATE READINGS, AND THE ENGINE, ABS, ASP, AND AIR BAG WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ABS FAILED AND NEEDE... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Apr 10, 2019
Incident date: Feb 5, 2019
THE UNIT HAVE BEEN CONSUMING COOLANT IN EXCESS.AFTER A PROFESIONAL INSPECTION WAS DETECTED A CRACK IN THE ENGINE BLOCK.THIS IS EXACTLY THE SITUATION COVER IN THE SUZUKI EXTENSIONS OF THE WARRANTY BY THE MANUFACTURER.YOUR RECALL BULLETIN EXACTLY DESCRIBE MY SITUATION.PLEASE CLARIFY THE SUZUKI REPRESE... Read more
ENGINE
Sep 11, 2017
Incident date: Jul 16, 2017
WHILE DRIVING, NOTICED AIR CONDITIONING WOULD BE COOL THEN HOT FOR ABOUT 3-5 MINUTES AND COOL AGAIN THEN HOT AGAIN AND REPEAT. TURNED OFF THE AC WHEN I NOTICED THE ENGINE TEMPERATURE INDICATOR GETTING HOTTER. TOOK THE CAR TO A MECHANIC. HE PERFORMED PRESSURE TEST ON COOLING SYSTEM AND FOUND ENGIN... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 9, 2017
Incident date: Jun 5, 2017
TAKATA RECALL? AIR BAG AND PASSENGER AIR BAG SENSOR LIGHTS STAY ON. ONLY HAVE 70,000 MILES ON CAR. ABS/ESP LIGHT STAYS ON
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jul 9, 2017
Incident date: Jun 5, 2017
TAKATA RECALL? AIR BAG AND PASSENGER AIR BAG SENSOR LIGHTS STAY ON. ONLY HAVE 70,000 MILES ON CAR. ABS/ESP LIGHT STAYS ON
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Jul 9, 2017
Incident date: Jun 5, 2017
TAKATA RECALL? AIR BAG AND PASSENGER AIR BAG SENSOR LIGHTS STAY ON. ONLY HAVE 70,000 MILES ON CAR. ABS/ESP LIGHT STAYS ON
ENGINE
Feb 7, 2017
Incident date: Jan 20, 2017
WHEN CAR WAS INITIALLY STARTED, AFTER FEW MINUTES OF WARM UP TIME, HEAT WAS ACTIVATED AND NO HEAT WAS DISPERSED. BEGAN DRIVING, DESPITE NO HEAT. WITHIN 1 MILE TRAVELING LESS THAT 15 MPH, THE TEMPARATURE GAGE INCREASED TO THE HIGHEST LEVEL, STILL WITHOUT HEAT IN CAR. (PICTURE 1) AS SPEED INCREASE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 7, 2017
Incident date: Jan 20, 2017
WHEN CAR WAS INITIALLY STARTED, AFTER FEW MINUTES OF WARM UP TIME, HEAT WAS ACTIVATED AND NO HEAT WAS DISPERSED. BEGAN DRIVING, DESPITE NO HEAT. WITHIN 1 MILE TRAVELING LESS THAT 15 MPH, THE TEMPARATURE GAGE INCREASED TO THE HIGHEST LEVEL, STILL WITHOUT HEAT IN CAR. (PICTURE 1) AS SPEED INCREASE... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Feb 7, 2017
Incident date: Jan 20, 2017
WHEN CAR WAS INITIALLY STARTED, AFTER FEW MINUTES OF WARM UP TIME, HEAT WAS ACTIVATED AND NO HEAT WAS DISPERSED. BEGAN DRIVING, DESPITE NO HEAT. WITHIN 1 MILE TRAVELING LESS THAT 15 MPH, THE TEMPARATURE GAGE INCREASED TO THE HIGHEST LEVEL, STILL WITHOUT HEAT IN CAR. (PICTURE 1) AS SPEED INCREASE... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Mar 9, 2016
Incident date: Mar 9, 2016
I HAVE HAD TO REPLACE MY HEADLIGHT BULBS SO MANY TIMES OVER THE LAST FIVE YEARS, I HAVE LOST COUNT. NOW I AM BEING TOLD EVEN THOUGH MY MECHANIC REPLACED THE BULB AGAIN, THAT I SHOULD REPLACE BOTH HEADLIGHT ASSEMBLIES AT A COST OF $240 EACH TO SOLVE THIS PROBLEM. I HAVE SEEN SO MANY COMPLAINTS ABO... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Apr 19, 2015
Incident date: Dec 26, 2014
BOTH LOW BEAM HEADLIGHTS FAILED WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT. *TR
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Jul 24, 2012
Incident date: Apr 15, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM WARNING LIGHT AND THE ESP OFF WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER AND INSPECTED. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM WAS FOUND DEFECTIVE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT R... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Jul 19, 2011
Incident date: Jul 16, 2011
2009 SUZUKI VITARA AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR HAS FAILED UPON 2 YEAR OWNERSHIP. IT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE WARRANTY PER SUZUKI DEALERSHIP. WHILE DRIVING AT NORMAL SPEED, A POPPING SOUND OCCURS AND THE AIR BEGINS TO BLOW HOT AIR. THE EVENTS LEADING UP TO THIS WAS THE HIGHBEAM/LOWBEAM LIGHTS BURN ... Read more
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Jul 19, 2011
Incident date: Jul 16, 2011
2009 SUZUKI VITARA AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR HAS FAILED UPON 2 YEAR OWNERSHIP. IT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE WARRANTY PER SUZUKI DEALERSHIP. WHILE DRIVING AT NORMAL SPEED, A POPPING SOUND OCCURS AND THE AIR BEGINS TO BLOW HOT AIR. THE EVENTS LEADING UP TO THIS WAS THE HIGHBEAM/LOWBEAM LIGHTS BURN ... Read more
EQUIPMENT
Jul 19, 2011
Incident date: Jul 16, 2011
2009 SUZUKI VITARA AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR HAS FAILED UPON 2 YEAR OWNERSHIP. IT IS NOT COVERED UNDER THE WARRANTY PER SUZUKI DEALERSHIP. WHILE DRIVING AT NORMAL SPEED, A POPPING SOUND OCCURS AND THE AIR BEGINS TO BLOW HOT AIR. THE EVENTS LEADING UP TO THIS WAS THE HIGHBEAM/LOWBEAM LIGHTS BURN ... Read more
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
May 31, 2011
Incident date: May 18, 2011
2009 GRAND VATARI SUZUKI DISCOVERED WHAT APPEARS TO BE DEFECT IN RIGHT REAR AXLE.THE RIGHT REAR TIRE WENT BALD AFTER 15K MILES COMPLAINED TO YOKOHAMA ABOUT TIRES. PURCHASED NEW SET OF DIFFERENT YOKOHAMA'S. WHEN VEHICLE REACHED 45K MILES SECOND SET WENT BALD. AT THAT POINT I NOTICED A ROAR AND VIBRAT... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 16, 2011
Incident date: May 5, 2010
AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON WOULD NOT GO OFF TOOK CAR TO ELECTRICAL SHOP FOUND OUT THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR UNDER FRONT PASSENGER SEAT WAS DEFECTIVE ORDERED NEW ONE FROM SUZUKI THAT SOLVED THE PROBLEM VEHICLE 09 GRAND VITARA. *TR
AIR BAGS
Dec 2, 2009
Incident date: Dec 2, 2009
WE OWN A 2009 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA. THE PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT KEEPS COMING ON. WE HAVE TAKEN TO DEALERS 5 TIMES IN 4 MONTHS. WE ARE TOLD WE NEED TO WATCH HOW WE SIT IN THE SEAT, AND DO NOT RECLINE THE SEAT, THERE IS NOTHING THEY CAN DO SINCE NO CODES SHOW UP ON THE COMPUTER. THEY STATE THE AIRB... Read more
EPA Fuel Economy — 2009 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 26.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $3,050 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 25.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $3,200 |
| 3.2L 6-cyl, Automatic 5-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 18.0 | 24.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,400 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Sport Utility Vehicle - 2WD)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2009 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
20 manufacturer communications from 13 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 6 |
| 141000 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 4 |
| 141100 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE | 2 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 2 |
| 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 1 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 1 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 1 |
| 062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM | 1 |
SUZ_016008
Jul 8, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
Reminder of the importance to conduct safety inspections for rust damage to suspension and related parts that could be caused by road salt or other chemicals applied to the roadway.
SUZ_016008
Jul 8, 2022
020000 SUSPENSION
Reminder of the importance to conduct safety inspections for rust damage to suspension and related parts that could be caused by road salt or other chemicals applied to the roadway.
SI-26R
May 18, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Service update of cylinder block warranty extension (revision of original notice). Note that actual model name is "Suzuki Kizashi", NHTSA model name reference is misspelled "Suzuki Kazashi".
ZF Owner Letter
May 17, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This letter was sent to owners of vehicles included in a warranty extension campaign for a possible cracked cylinder block. The letter provides owners with additional details concerning what is covered.
SI-26R
Apr 24, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This communication is a revised Service Bulletin concerning an extended warranty for a possible cracked cylinder block. The Service Bulletin was expanded to provide additional details about what is covered under the extended warranty. A r
ZF-1
Feb 20, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This letter was sent to owners of 2009 Grand Vitara and certain 2010 Grand Vitara and Kizashi vehicles, informing them about a warranty period extension to 20 years (unlimited mileage). The warranty extension relates to cracks that may occ
SI-26R
Jan 21, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Service Bulletin informs Suzuki Service Providers in the mainland U.S. about a customer-satisfaction warranty period extension to 20 years (unlimited mileage) for 2009 Grand Vitara and certain 2010 Grand Vitara and Kizashi vehicles. C
ZF-181226
Dec 26, 2018
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This communication from Suzuki Motor Corporation announces a customer satisfaction warranty period extension to 20 years (unlimited mileage) for 2009 Grand Vitara and certain 2010 Grand Vitara and Kizashi vehicles. Cracks may occur at spec
N-Q-G-045
Nov 20, 2018
020000 SUSPENSION
This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
N-Q-G-045
Nov 20, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball
TSB-05-01140
Apr 2, 2013
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
SUZUKI: COUNTER MEASURE PROCEDURE FOR DTC B1318. THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATES, AND DTC B1318 IS STORED. THIS TYPICALLY CAN RESULT FROM A CHANGE IN LOAD ON THE PASSENGER SEAT, SUCH AS A PASSENGER SHIFTING THEIR WEIGHT ON AND OFF T
TSB-05-01140
Apr 2, 2013
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
SUZUKI: COUNTER MEASURE PROCEDURE FOR DTC B1318. THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATES, AND DTC B1318 IS STORED. THIS TYPICALLY CAN RESULT FROM A CHANGE IN LOAD ON THE PASSENGER SEAT, SUCH AS A PASSENGER SHIFTING THEIR WEIGHT ON AND OFF T
TSB-05-01140
Apr 2, 2013
141000 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
SUZUKI: COUNTER MEASURE PROCEDURE FOR DTC B1318. THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATES, AND DTC B1318 IS STORED. THIS TYPICALLY CAN RESULT FROM A CHANGE IN LOAD ON THE PASSENGER SEAT, SUCH AS A PASSENGER SHIFTING THEIR WEIGHT ON AND OFF T
TSB-35-12103
Feb 19, 2013
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
SUZUKI: ENGINE COOLANT LEAKING FROM COOLING JACKET INTO CAMSHAFT HOUSING OF CYLINDER HEAD AND MAY HAVE A CRACK BETWEEN CYLINDER HEAD BOLT AND CASTING PLUG, CAUSING ENGINE TO OVERHEAT. MODEL 2009 GRAND VITARA. *PE
ASMC-009472
Jan 1, 2013
141000 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
SUZUKI: THE AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATES, AND DTC B1318 IS STORED. THIS TYPICALLY CAN RESULT FROM A CHANGE IN LOAD ON THE PASSENGER SEAT. *JS
ABE-ZA-120418
Jul 25, 2012
141100 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
SUZUKI: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. WARRANTY EXTENSION FOR 'AIR BAG' WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATION. *JS UPDATED 7/25/12. *PE
TSB-TS06-05212
Jun 12, 2012
141100 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
SUZUKI: THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BOTTOM CUSHION ASSEMBLY HAS THE SENSOR MAT LOCATED WITHIN AND THE ELECTRIC DISCONNECTION (OPEN) WILL OCCUR DUE TO REPEATED FLEXING, THAT MAY DEVELOP. *PE UPDATED 04/10/2013 *JS
TSB-TS06-05212
Jun 12, 2012
141000 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
SUZUKI: THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BOTTOM CUSHION ASSEMBLY HAS THE SENSOR MAT LOCATED WITHIN AND THE ELECTRIC DISCONNECTION (OPEN) WILL OCCUR DUE TO REPEATED FLEXING, THAT MAY DEVELOP. *PE UPDATED 04/10/2013 *JS
SC-60R-1
May 13, 2012
141000 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
SUZUKI: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, WITHIN THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BOTTOM CUSHION, THE SENSING SENSOR MAT, AN ELECTRIC CIRCUIT DISCONNECTION MAY HAVE DEVELOPED, DUE TO REPEATED FLEXING. *PE
TS-34-04262
Jan 1, 2012
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SUZUKI: SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE: TENSIONER AND IDLER PULLEY REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION. *JS
NHTSA Safety Investigations — SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE13021
Opened: Jun 14, 2013 — Closed: Sep 30, 2013
Occupant Classification System Failure
Suzuki Motor of America is conducting a safety recall to remedy the occupant classification system's (OCS) sensor mats in approximately 193,936 model year 2006-2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2007-2011 Suzuki SX4 vehicles (see NHTSA recall 13V-405 for more details).The sensor mat installed in the front... Read more
SUZUKI GRAND VITARA — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the SUZUKI GRAND VITARA across all model years (1999–2013).
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Total Recalls
879
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
86
Reported Crashes
14
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
SUZUKI GRAND VITARA — Year by Year
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