2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara Suzuki Grand Vitara 2008

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2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara repairs by problem area

Engine (57%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (3%)

Suspension and Steering (6%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (6%)

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2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (29%)

< $100 (57%)

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2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4dr SUV

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

86180 mi

A $295
Rear drivers side electric window not working from switch in rear door. Drivers switch still worked rear window. 
103540 mi sensor controlling all dashboard warning lights faulty. 

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2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4dr SUV

185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

77000 mi

US $88
Replace battery. 
32600 mi

US $90
having trouble with the keyless entry, it is a nightmare, many times it won't turn on. the car jumps too much and the struts are fine 

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2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4dr SUV

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

88660 mi

C $800
CD stuck in multi-CD changer. Dealer suggested aftermarket install as the cost of Suzuki equal replacement was quite costly. Car Audio dealer says that multi-CD changers no longer placed in cars because of the likelihood of this happening 
77000 mi

US $160
Low battery caused traction control light to illuminate on dash. Replace battery. 
38440 mi

C $25
Burned out right and left low beam lights. 

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2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara Electrical Problems

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