2011 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
4 recalls, 11 complaints - 10 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
11 total complaints
1 crashes
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | 4 |
| SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT | 1 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 1 |
| TIRES | 1 |
| STRUCTURE | 1 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 13, 2019
Incident date: May 1, 2019
I JUST PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE NEW AND IT DOES HAVE RECALLS AND I HAD I AM TRYING TO FIND OUT IF THE RECALLS HAVE BEEN REPAIRED OR STILL NEED DONE PLEASE THANK YOU
AIR BAGS
Feb 20, 2018
Incident date: Dec 26, 2017
LLEVE MI AUTO A TRIANGLE SUZUKI EN LA AVE. 65 INF. KM 5.4 EN CAROLINA CON TELFONO 787-776-3023 YA QUE SOY EL CLIENTE # 29676 DEBIDO A QUE TENIA LAS LUZ DEL AIR BAG ENCENDIDA. LUEGO DE ELLOS REVISAR DICHO SUZUKI QUIEN TENIA EL TAG 5406 ENCONTRARON EL COGIN DEFECTUOSO CON CDIGO B1312. DONDE ELLOS FAC... Read more
STRUCTURE
Jun 7, 2014
Incident date: Jun 3, 2013
FRONT PASSENGER SIDE FLOOR HOLDS WATER WHEN AIR CONDITIONER IS ON AND THE INSIDE FLOOR IS STARTING TO RUST THIS IS OF NO FAULT OF MY OWN THIS IS A DEFECT. *TR
TIRES
May 19, 2014
Incident date: May 19, 2014
I HAVE ALMOST 27,400 MILES ON MY TRUCK AND THE TIRES ARE DRY ROTTED WHICH THEY SHOULDNT BE LIKE THAT I DO NOT DRIVE FAR AT ALL I AM A VERY UNSATISFIED CUSTOMER THE TIRE SIZES ARE P225 70 R16. *JS
AIR BAGS
Apr 1, 2014
Incident date: Oct 1, 2013
2011 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA RECALLED APPROX. OCT. 2013. SUZUKI SENT A LETTER SAYING THAT PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE AND WOULD FIX WHEN AVAILABLE. IT'S BEEN 6 MONTHS. HOW LONG IS IT SUPPOSED TO TAKE TO MANUFACTURE THESE PARTS? DID THEIR PARTS SUPPLIERS GO BANKRUPT ALSO? DEALER NOW SELLS ANOTHER BRAND AND ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 27, 2014
Incident date: Sep 30, 2011
BROWN DAUB DEALERSHIP KNOWS OF THIS RECALL AND THEY REFUSE TO HONOR THIS RECALL THERE PHONE NUMBER IS 484-298-0000. *TR
AIR BAGS
Dec 11, 2013
Incident date: Feb 1, 2013
2011 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO AIR BAG RECALL NOTICE AND AIR BAG MALFUNCTION DURING AN ACCIDENT. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED HE/SHE RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE REGARDING A DEFECT WITH THE AIR BAGS. THE CONSUMER BEGAN HAVING PROBLEMS WITH THE AIR BAG LIGHT ON AND OFF SINCE THE ... Read more
Crash
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 8, 2013
Incident date: Jul 9, 2013
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA. THE CONTACT STATED NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER 11V055000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM REPAIR WAS PERFORMED; HOWEVER, THE FAILURE WAS NOT CORRECTED. THE STEERING WHEEL MADE A LOUD SQUEAKING AND RATTLE NOISE WHILE MAKING A LEFT OR RIGHT TURN. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO TH... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
Dec 3, 2012
Incident date: Oct 25, 2012
THE POWER BRAKES DON'T WORK WHEN IT IS COLD LIKE 40 DEGREES. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Sep 16, 2011
Incident date: Jun 15, 2011
THIS IS AN UPDATE TO AN EARLIER COMPLAINT #10425314. THE VEHICLE IS A 2011, NOT A 2012 AS INDICATED IN ABOVE REFERENCE NUMBER. THANK YOU. *TT
SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT
Aug 19, 2011
Incident date: Jul 17, 2011
I RECENTLY PURCHASED A 2011 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA. AFTER PURCHASING THE VEHICLE I REALIZED THAT THE REAR HEAD RESTRAINTS FOLDED FORWARD (TO ALLOW FOR EASE OF VIEWING THROUGH THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE BY THE DRIVER). THESE HEAD RESTRAINTS DO NOT LOCK UP AND FOLD OVER VERY EASILY. IT IS LIKELY THAT IF ... Read more
NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2011 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara SUV AWD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Rollover Risk | 18.5% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | No |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
EPA Fuel Economy, 2011 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 | 25.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,800 |
| 2.4L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Rear-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 24.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
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, 2011 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA
10 manufacturer communications from 7 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 141100 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE | 2 |
| 141000 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 2 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 2 |
| 052310 PARKING BRAKE:DRIVELINE:HYDRAULIC:ACTUATOR | 1 |
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 1 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 1 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 1 |
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.
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.
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
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
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
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
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
TS-09-12090
Apr 16, 2010
052310 PARKING BRAKE:DRIVELINE:HYDRAULIC:ACTUATOR
SUZUKI VEHICLE: CHANGE IN ESP ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY. WARNING LIGHT COMES ON AFTER VEHICLE IS STARTED. WHEN STARTING THE VEHICLE IF THE BATTERY IS NOT FULLY CHARGED, THE BATTERY VOLTAGE MAY DROP TO A LEVEL THAT THE ESP UNIT JUDGES TO BE BELOW
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).
55
Total Recalls
880
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
86
Reported Crashes
14
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
SUZUKI GRAND VITARA - Year by Year
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