Suzuki Grand Vitara problems by year
588 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across 14 Suzuki Grand Vitara model years. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Complaint totals are lifetime counts — years that have been on the road longer accumulate more reports.
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Most reported problem | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Fewer complaints | 4 | 2 | — | |
| 2012 Fewer complaints | 13 | 2 | — | |
| 2011 Fewer complaints | 11 | 4 | — | |
| 2010 | 20 | 5 | Air Bags | |
| 2009 | 14 | 4 | — | |
| 2008 | 42 | 2 | Exterior Lighting | |
| 2007 | 58 | 3 | Air Bags | |
| 2006 Most complained | 161 | 6 | Air Bags | |
| 2004 Fewer complaints | 8 | 2 | — | |
| 2003 | 29 | 4 | Vehicle Speed Control | |
| 2002 | 47 | 4 | Vehicle Speed Control | |
| 2001 | 38 | 5 | Vehicle Speed Control | |
| 2000 Most complained | 85 | 4 | Fuel System, Gasoline | |
| 1999 Most complained | 108 | 4 | Fuel System, Gasoline |
How to read this. Complaints are unverified reports owners file with NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation, counted once per case number. Raw totals are not adjusted for sales volume, and recent model years have had less time on the road. “Most complained” flags years well above the model’s median; treat it as a signal for deeper research, not a verdict. This page is not affiliated with Suzuki.