Suzuki Grand Vitara Suzuki Grand Vitara

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Suzuki Grand Vitara repairs by problem area

Engine (41%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (8%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (6%)

Chart based on 194 repairs.
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Suzuki Grand Vitara other repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (8%)

$100 - $499 (8%)

< $100 (83%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4dr SUV

166-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic AWD w/low range

38000 mi A/C drain was clogged, water was entering cabin on passenger side 

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2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4dr SUV

turbocharged 129hp 1.9L I4 Diesel 5-speed manual AWD w/low range

28520 mi Strange "whooshing" sound in cab on acceleration. 

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2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4dr SUV

185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range

21500 mi

US $175
Replace bent rear wheel rim that was damaged by road debris. 

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2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4dr SUV

185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range

6000 mi fuel door would not stay closed 
11160 mi Loose drivers seat bolts. Dealer ordered bolt kit, required second trip for installation. 
12400 mi Bolt kit installed. 
65100 mi

C $20
Inside rear view mirror keeps falling off. 

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2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4dr SUV

185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic AWD

19000 mi Took vehicle to shop for diagnostic due to poor gas mileage. Service center reports no problems found with vehicle, 35.00 fee waived. 
46200 mi

US $44
During a tire rotation two of the wheel studs broke and required replacement. 
49000 mi

US $27
Broken wheel stud 

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2002 Suzuki Vitara 4dr SUV

165-horsepower 2.5L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

94000 mi

US $850
Oil pan rusted out. Now I find that the entire undercarriage is rusted out. I had to replace the transmission lines and make numerous repairs to rocker panels. I was also told that the brake lines are rusty and will soon fail. 

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2002 Suzuki Vitara 4dr SUV

127-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range

36000 mi Defective driver's side seat frame. Rough piece of metal cut through side of seat cushion. Dealer installed new seat back (4 hours). 

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Suzuki Grand Vitara Other Problems

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