Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 recalls and problems

3 recalls and 45 owner complaints for 4 model years. Pick your year for full details.

Recalls
3
Complaints
45
Crashes reported
7
Fires reported
2

Choose a model year

Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 by year

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesDeaths
2004 Grand Vitara XL-71171110
2003 Grand Vitara XL-73134010
2002 Grand Vitara XL-7182110
2001 Grand Vitara XL-7150000

Most reported Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 problems

Problem areaReports
Air Bags15
Electrical System9
Service Brakes, Hydraulic5
Vehicle Speed Control4
Engine and Engine Cooling4
Power Train3
Visibility2
Equipment2
Suspension2
Unknown or Other2

All Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 recalls

RecallDateYearsComponentSummary
04V-427Aug 30, 20042001–2004Fuel System, GasolineOn certain passenger vehicles, under ambient temperatures below -25 degrees celsius, moisture can freeze in the fuel pressure regulator.
03V-495Dec 2, 20032003Electrical SystemOn certain sport utility vehicles, the ignition system wiring harness is routed under the intake manifold.
03V-223Jun 16, 20032003VisibilityCertain passenger (111 my 2002 esteem, 777 my 2002 aerio, 2,368 my 2003 aerio) and sport utility (324 my 2002 grand vitara, 274 my 2003 grand vitara, 684 my 2002 grand vitara xl-7, and 781 my 2003 grand vitara xl-7)…

Frequently asked questions

What is the worst year for the Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7?

By owner complaints to NHTSA, the 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 has the most reports (17). Check the 2004 page for the problems owners describe.

How many recalls does the Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 have?

NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls covering Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 model years 2001–2004.

What are the most common Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 problems?

Owners report air bags, electrical system, service brakes, hydraulic problems most often.