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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%)

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Suzuki Grand Vitara electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (3%)

$500 - $999 (16%)

$100 - $499 (18%)

< $100 (63%)

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Chart based on 38 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4dr SUV

166-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic RWD

20708 mi Blower motor stopped working and had to be replaced under warranty. 
29084 mi yet another repair. This time the rear wiper motor needs replacement.... 

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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

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 
77000 mi

US $88
Replace battery. 

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2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4dr SUV

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

77000 mi

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

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

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2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4dr SUV

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

92380 mi

$400
Blinking light on HVAC system. Limited or no AC 

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2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4dr SUV

185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

29000 mi Dealer doesn't stand by for the product and doesn't want to void the warranty. Still the vehicle has some minor components to be repaired like a faulty left-front headlight, malfunctioning car alarm system and inoperable reading lights. 

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2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4dr SUV

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

95480 mi

US $600
A/C compressor replaced 
94240 mi

US $500
New a/c pump 

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2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4dr SUV

185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed manual RWD

21000 mi The blower motor for the HVAC quit. It was covered by TSB 07 03296 but I did not know that until after it quit. The dealer had the parts and I was in and out in less than 30 minutes. I took a copy of the TSB with me and it seemed to help the technician. 
95000 mi Recall on passengers side front seat cushion. The device that senses weight didn't work. 
69440 mi

C $130
alternator seized up, had to take it off and replace it with a rebuilt one and replaced the alternator belt/waterpump belt. 

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2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4dr SUV

185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed manual AWD

77000 mi Battery replaced under battery warranty 
110000 mi

US $650
Replaced cracked headlight connectors and wiring 
20000 mi Air conditioner had mold smell because recycle air was constantly used. 
43000 mi

US $30
4th time replacing front headlamps!!  
47000 mi

US $31
Now getting about 1 month on headlight lamps before burnout 

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2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4dr SUV

185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

63000 mi Passenger side window broken. Heater making ungodly noise. 

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2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4dr SUV

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

1220 mi Replace outside air temperature sensor 
27000 mi Passenger side heated seat not working. 
30000 mi Passenger side heated seat not working. Switch parts ordered 10/24/2008. 
32000 mi Replaced heated seat switch , but seat was working again after owner replaced battery due to a shorted cell. Dealer changed anti-freeze that was missed at 30,000 mile service. 
56000 mi headlamp wiring loose 
103000 mi

US $30
drivers side headlamp low beam 
52080 mi

C $1200
Heater was not functioning in some of the coldest days of the year. Blower fan and thermostat switch had to be replaced, very expensive! 
24800 mi Tires destroyed by faulty wheel alignment from factory. Wheel alignment done at no charge. But im out the cost of a set of tires !!!!!! 
65100 mi

C $150
Air conditioner was dripping on the floor. Dealer removed the glove compartment tray and removed water.  
78120 mi

C $600
Heater not working. Dealer claimed it was an elect problem and charged over $700 to replace wire, lube blower motor and change resistor. Dealer replaced with used resistor and nothing else. Bought new resistor and installed myself. Fixed. Heater and Air Conditioner fan not working. Dealer put it through diagnosis tool, $100, but couldn't locate the problem. Ended up replacing blower resistor, worked for 5 minutes and failed again. 

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2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4dr SUV

185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic AWD

15000 mi Replace Front Left Headlight. 
55000 mi

US $35
Lightbulb 
25000 mi The blower motor for heating and air conditioning units no longer functioned. The diagnosis by service was faulty blower motor. Blower motor was replaced at no cost due to 3 - 36,000 warranty. 
40600 mi I had to replace one halogen headlight low beam. 

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2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara 4-door

6-cylinder automatic AWD

11160 mi Sunroof would not close properly. 

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2002 Suzuki Vitara 4dr SUV

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

92000 mi

US $400
I was on my 4th battery and found out that I needed a new alternator. Worked great until cold weather appeared. Won't start again, so its something else. 

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Suzuki Grand Vitara Electrical Problems

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