1999 Suzuki Vitara suspension problems
15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the suspension on the 1999 Suzuki Vitara — 30% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Front suspension crossmember has rusted through on my 1999 suzuki vitara. The chevrolet tracker, which is the same car has had a safety recall due to this issue. This poses a significant safety concern! *tr”
filed Aug 18, 2008
“1999 vitara has loud vibration between 55 to 65 mph. Have to drive below or above mph range to stop vibration. Safety issue. Numerous other complaints on file. Feel investigation is warranted.*ak”
filed Apr 9, 2004
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
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.
SUZ_016008 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 8, 2022This 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…
N-Q-G-045 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2018
Suspension problems in other Vitara years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 Vitara | 4 | 15% |
| 2000 Vitara | 7 | 20% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1999 Suzuki Vitara
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.