Engine
2.7L 6-cyl
How to read this file. Complaint records are unverified owner submissions to the federal safety agency. Counts are raw, not adjusted for sales volume or vehicle age. Recall campaigns apply to the model; only a VIN check shows whether this car is affected or repaired. Parts shown are named by an editorial note or listed as a search directory; none is a diagnosis. Full methodology.
Fault profile
Complaint-component records on this vehicle, grouped by family. A complaint naming two systems counts once in each.
Complaints are owner-reported and not verified by the agency.
When it fails
The timing of this vehicle's reported failures, from the complaint file itself. A cluster tells you what to expect and when; it is shaped by reporting behavior as well as by the vehicle.
Vehicle age when the failure occurred
Years between the model year and the owner's reported failure date. Based on 160 of 161 complaints with a usable failure date.
Odometer when the failure occurred
Owner-reported mileage at failure, in 20,000-mile bands. Based on 127 of 161 complaints reporting a plausible odometer (500 to 500,000 miles; unverified).
Known issues
The component families with the most complaint records against this vehicle. Counts, crash and fire figures belong to the whole family, not to any single named issue. Parts listed are related system parts, not a diagnosis.
Air bags
50 complaint records1 fire report5 crash reports
"AIR BAG WONT GO OUT ON DRIVERS SIDE WHEN SEAT OCCUPIED PASSENGER SEAT BELT WONT GOOUT WHEN ENGAGE BEFORE IN MOTION WAS OFFAND ON NOW STAYS ON..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse air bags parts in the directory →
Lighting
31 complaint records1 fire report
"DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE HEADLIGHTS ONLY SHINE 50 FEET IN FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE DEALERSHIP DETERMINED THIS IS HOW THE VEHICLE IS SUPPOSED TO OPERATE. *AK..."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse lighting parts in the directory →
Electrical system
26 complaint records2 fire reports1 crash report
"MY CAR CAN'T SEEM TO JUST BLOW 1 HEADLIGHT , BOTH GO OUT AT SAME TIME TAKING WITH IT A SMALL LIGHT AS WELL. I HAVE HAD THE CAR FOR A LITTLE OVER 2 YEARS AND THIS IS THE SECOND OCCURRENCE WHERE THE SAME THING HAS HAPPENED...."- one owner's federal complaint about this system; it may not describe the issue named above
Parts
No specific part is named for this issue. Browse electrical system parts in the directory →
Federal defect investigations
Formal investigations opened by the federal safety agency into this vehicle. An investigation is the step between a complaint pattern and a recall; not every one results in one.
| Investigation | Status | Component | Subject |
|---|---|---|---|
| PE13021 opened Jun 2013 | closed Sep 2013 | Air Bags | Occupant Classification System Failure - led to recall 13V405000 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... |
Recall campaigns
Safety-recall remedies are normally provided at no charge. Under US federal law the mandatory free remedy applies when the vehicle was no more than 15 years old at the time the defect was determined; manufacturers often cover older vehicles voluntarily. Canadian rules differ. Confirm eligibility with the manufacturer using the VIN. Each campaign number links to the federal record.
| Campaign | Component | Summary | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19V187000 | Seats | 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. | Normally free |
| 18V667000 | Steering | Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vehicles. The power steering pump belt tension adjuster pulley has an outer portion that is made of plastic. | Normally free |
| 13V405000 | Air Bags | Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Grand Vitara and 2007-2011 SX4 vehicles. | Normally free |
| 10V250000 | Steering | SUZUKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR MODEL YEAR 2006 GRAND VITARA AND MODEL YEAR 2005-2006 XL-7 VEHICLES. | Normally free |
| 07V554000 | Power Train | CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 114, 'THEFT PROTECTION. | Normally free |
| 05V548000 | Power Train | ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE LEFT SIDE OF THE RETAINER REAR DRIVE SHAFT MAY CRACK AND THE GEARS MAY GET STUCK DUE TO OIL LEAKAGE BY THE RETAINER. | Normally free |
Transport Canada recalls
Recalls issued under Canadian law for this model year, from Transport Canada's Vehicle Recalls Database. Matched by model name, so a Canadian-market variant may appear here that was sold under another name in the US. Units are Canadian vehicles affected.
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019129 2019-03-11 | Airbag | 9,772 | Issue: On certain vehicles, the occupant classification system (OCS) may not work properly. This could cause the airbag system not to turn off the airbag when an infant or child is seated in the front passenger seat. |
| 2018549 2018-10-05 | Steering | 147 | On certain vehicles, the tension adjuster pulley for the drive belt which operates the power steering pump and air conditioner compressor (if equipped) has an outer portion that is made of plastic. |
| 2013305 2013-09-17 | Airbag | 49,125 | On certain vehicles, the Occupant Classification System may malfunction, causing the airbag warning lamp to illuminate, and could fail to disable the passenger airbag if a child were seated in the front passenger seating position. |
| 2010197 2010-06-11 | Engine | 4,782 | On certain vehicles, the tension adjuster pulley for the drive belt which operates the power steering pump and air conditioner compressor (if equipped) has an outer portion that is made of plastic. |
| 2007391 2007-12-06 | Other | 4,464 | On certain vehicles, the ignition/park shift interlock system may become inoperable. This can allow the shifter to be moved out of the PARK position with the ignition key removed. |
Show 1 more Canadian recalls
| Recall | System | Units (CA) | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005378 2005-12-02 | Powertrain | 237 | On certain vehicles, the rear differential left bearing retainer may be cracked due to a manufacturing defect. A cracked retainer can allow oil leakage from the rear differential. |
Service bulletins and warranty extensions
Manufacturer communications to dealers on file with the federal agency: repair instructions, service campaigns, and warranty extensions. A warranty extension means the manufacturer may pay for a repair the recall table does not cover.
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| SUZ_016008 Jul 2022 | 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 2018 | 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 stud from becoming separated from the... | |
| TSB-37-07188 Nov 2012 | Fuel System | SUZUKI: FUEL GAUGE TAKES A LONG TIME MOVING, AFTER FILL UP, BECAUSE OF TWO (2) DIFFERENT FUEL METER MODES, NORMAL MODE AND REFUEL MODE, FOR GAUGE MOVEMENT. MODELS 2006-2008 GRAND VITARA. *PE | |
| ABE-ZA-120418 Jul 2012 | Air Bags | 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 2012 | Air Bags | 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 |
Show 17 more bulletins
| Bulletin | Type | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC-60R-1 May 2012 | Air Bags | 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 | |
| TB-35-08130 Feb 2011 | Electrical System | SUZUKI: CORRECTION OF THE TERMINAL LAYOUT OF AN IGNITION SWITCH ILLUSTRATION. REFERENCING THE SERVICE MANUAL FOR THE TERMINAL LAYOUT OF THE IGNITION SWITCH DESCRIBED IN THE IGNITION SWITCH INSPECTION IN SECTION 9C, THE PINS ARE LABELED INCORRECTLY. *PE | |
| 0312117 Dec 2007 | Power Train | LOOSE OR NOISY WHEEL HUB FRONT OR REAR. *NJ | |
| TSB-1501126 Jan 2001 | Electrical System | SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE: CRANKING SYSTEM WIRING DIAGRAM. *TT | |
| TB-1601126 Jan 2001 | Exterior Lighting | SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE: HEADLIGHT BULB MOUNTING. *TT | |
| 0410255 | Power Train | FRONT DIFFERENTIAL REAR MOUNTING BRACKET AND/OR REAR DIFFERENTIAL DYNAMIC DAMPER INSTALLATION. *TT | |
| 0512065 | Power Train | RECALL CAMPAIGN HT DIFFERENTIAL BEARING RETAINER REPLACEMENT. A CRACK MAY BE PRESENT ON THE LEFT SIDE BEARING RETAINER OF THE REAR DIFFERENTIAL ASSEMBLY. *TT | |
| 0101276 | Power Train | AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION HARSH DOWNSHIFT. *TT | |
| 1602106 | Engine And Engine Cooling | MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON; DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0456 (EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM LEAK DETECTED). *TT | |
| 0703296 | Equipment | HVAC FAN MOTOR INOPERATIVE. *TT | |
| 12146 | Service Brakes | SLIP LIGHT ON AFTER REPLACEMENT OF ESP ACTUATOR ASSEMBLY, SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE. *KB | |
| 0503057 | Tires | TIRE PRESSURE SPECIFICATION CHANGE. *KB | |
| 0305227 | Power Train | SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE, ADDITIONAL CAUTION FOR AIR BLEEDING OF THE CLUTCH SYSTEM HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT. *KB | |
| 0407267 | Power Train | MANUAL TRANSMISSION SLIPS OUT OF 1ST AND/OR 2ND GEAR. *KB | |
| 0707037 | Power Train | SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE. DIFFERENTIAL CARRIER, DIFFERENTIAL COVER, AND DIFFERENTIAL BOLTS HAVE BEEN MODIFIED. *KB | |
| 2108207 | Engine And Engine Cooling | ENGINE RPM FLARE WHEN SHIFTING GEARS *NJ | |
| 0808177 | Electrical System | DTC C1230 (TRANSFER ACTUATOR CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION) DETECTING CONDITION AND TROUBLESHOOTING. *NJ |
Before you buy this vehicle
A test-drive checklist generated from this vehicle's own complaint and recall record.
- Watch the airbag warning light through a full key cycle.It should light on start and go out within seconds. A light that stays on, or never lights at all, means the system needs attention. Run the VIN for inflator recalls specifically.
- Do a full walk-around with every light on.Condensation inside a lens, a dim side, or a flickering tail light match this vehicle's lighting cluster.
- Sit in it with the engine off and test everything that has a switch.Windows, locks, lights, the cluster, the radio. Electrical faults are this vehicle's story and the hardest to see on a drive: an intermittent no-start waits for the second week of ownership. Ask for the battery's age and whether any control module has been replaced.
- Run the VIN against open recalls before you negotiate.This vehicle has 6 recall campaigns on file. An open recall needs VIN-specific confirmation. Many are quick, no-charge fixes and worth negotiating over; an unresolved do-not-drive advisory, or a remedy the manufacturer has not yet made available, should stop the purchase until it is resolved.
- Ask for the service history in writing, then read it against this page.The complaint families above are where owners of this vehicle report trouble. Repairs in exactly those systems are evidence the car had the problem; no such repairs could mean it never developed it, or that it was never fixed. The test-drive items above are how you tell those apart.
Parts search directory
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