Resources for the Repair and Maintenance of your Suzuki Grand Vitara
Suzuki Grand Vitara Models:
Suzuki Grand Vitara Problems
The Low Beam Head Light Bulb May Burn Out Prematurely
There are many reports of low beam head light bulbs burning out prematurely. As of this writing Suzuki has not released a service bulletin addressing this issue. Using only high quality replacement bulbs, and extra care not to touch the bulb surface when handling the new bulb can help extend the life of the replacement bulbs.
Oil Leak/Noise Due to Timing Chain Cover Gasket/Tensioner Failure
The timing chain cover gasket and timing chain tensioner may fail, causing an oil leak or excessive noise. Because removing the timing chain is labor intensive, this can be an expensive repair.
AC not Blowing Cold Air Due to Failed AC Condenser Fan Motor
The AC condenser fan motor may fail. If this occurs the air conditioning will stop blowing cold air.
Creaking or Squeaking Noise From Sway Bar Bushings
Creaking of squeaking noises may be noted from the sway bar bushings. Our technicians tell us revised bushings are available which should correct this concern.
PCM Software Update Available to Correct Hard Starting Issues
The engine may be difficult to start in cold weather or at high altitude. Our technicians tell us there is a powertrain control module (PCM) software up grade which may help with these issues.
Suzuki Grand Vitara Recalls (Recent)
Suzuki Recalls 2008–2010 Vehicles Equipped with Garmin Nuvi Navi Systems Due to Overheating
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Suzuki is recalling 2008–2010 SX4; 2010 Grand Vitara; and 2009–2010 Equator models equipped with Garmin Nuvi 750, 760, and 765 navigation systems because the battery may overheat, which could lead to a fire. Suzuki will notify owners and Garmin technicians will replace the unit's battery and insert a spacer to prevent the problem from reoccurring. This will be performed free of charge.
Learn more »Shift Interlock System May Fail
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The automatic transmission selector lever "park" lock function may be inoperative due to a sticking shift lock arm. As a result the shift lever may be able to be moved out of "park" with the key removed and without depressing the brake pedal. This could cause unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the shift lock module to correct this problem. This recall is expected to begin on January 7, 2008. The Suzuki recall number is PE.
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Rear Differential Fluid Leak
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The retainer for the left rear axle may crack, resulting in fluid loss from the rear differential. The loss of fluid could result in severe internal damage and possible failure of the differential. Failure could disable the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the drive shaft retainer as necessary. This recall is expected to begin by December 15, 2005. The Suzuki recall number is HT.
Learn more »Accessory Drive Belt May Fall Off
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As a result of a failed tensioner, the accessory drive belt may slip or come off completely. This will result in hard steering and illumination of the charging system warning light. If the vehicle is driven in this condition, the engine may stall as a result of a discharged battery and the engine temperature warning light may illuminate. Loss of vehicle control due to hard steering or engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the tensioner with an improved part to correct this concern. This recall is to begin on February 16, 2011. The Suzuki recall number is SM.
Learn more »Power Steering & AC Belt May Come Off
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The belt tensioner pulley for the power steering & AC has an outer portion made of plastic. The plastic may deteriorate and pieces of the pulley can break off which could cause the drive belt to come off. It the drive belt were to come off the steering would become difficult to turn, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the affected pulley to correct this concern. This recall is expected to begin on June 28, 2010. The Suzuki recall number is SB.
Learn more »Suzuki Grand Vitara Questions and Answers
I changed the License light\bulbs but still lights are off; I tried to find a fuse box, but I don't know where it is. The box at the engine compartment does not have a fuse for the License Plate li...
I have replaced the engine computer and now my ac blower will not work the AC is cutting on because you can feel the drag is there an in-line fuse for the fan?
How do I remove assembly to get to left-front side marker light?
the vehicles engine does rev up but the top speed is about 5 mph seems to be in all gears except reverse. please help
while i was driving i made a stop and all the transmission blew out of the unit onto the ground. what should i look for under the car?
Suzuki Grand Vitara Stories
I LOVE THIS CAR!!!! It has 202,000 miles and has been through 3 teenagers. I drove this car when I was 16 and when my parents were selling it I know I had to buy it. I have never replaced anything on it and everything still works. Love this car.
Where do you find a Clock Spring for 2005 Grand Vitara? These cars never break down. There are no spare parts out there.
2000 Grand Vitara - Today is the first time that I have ever had an issue with it. I LOVE my Vitara, but after 160,000 plus miles something is bound to happen, right? The clutch went out. It has served me well. We have travelled the Eastern Coast of the US together...from Rhode Island to Florida and everywhere in between. I love my car and hope to have at least another 100K miles with it!!!
the biggest mistake of my life buying a GV 2010 steering
failer at 5000k suspensions clatter. engine warning light comes on every time it rains suzuki can not fix the problems they say they dont now how. what BS And the fuel use is at 14 to 16 litters per 100 km THE CAR WAS TWO DAYS OLD WHEN IT STOPPED THE FIRST TIME. hAD TO DISCONECT THE BATERY AND CONECT IT AGAIN TO GET IT GOING AND SUZUKI SAYS THEY CAN NOT FIND THE PROBLEM. MY ADVICE DONT BY SUZUKI NOT THE CARS THEY WHERE.
2000 grand vitara the main fuse box is right above the dead pedel its hard 2see but its up thier took me 3 times to find it good luck but im still haven problems with dash lights and my power windows please help it u can