2003 Suzuki Grand vitara problems
The Suzuki Vitara is a series of SUVs produced by Suzuki in five generations since 1988. The second and third generation were known as the Suzuki Grand Vitara, while the fourth generation eschewing the "Grand" prefix. In Japan and a number of other markets, all generations have used the name Suzuki Escudo (Japanese: スズキ・エスクード, Hepburn: Suzuki Esukūdo).
The choice of the name "Vitara" was inspired by the Latin word vita, as in English word vitality. "Escudo", the name primarily used in the Japanese Domestic Market, refers to the "escudo", the monetary unit of Portugal before adoption of the Euro. The original series was designed to fill the slot above the Suzuki Jimny. The first generation was known as Suzuki Sidekick in the United States. The North American version was produced as a joint venture between Suzuki and General Motors known as CAMI. It was also sold as the Santana 300 and 350 in Spain and in the Japanese market, it was also sold as the Mazda Proceed Levante.
The second generation was launched in 1998 under the "Grand Vitara" badge in most markets. It was accompanied by a still larger SUV known as the Suzuki XL-7 (known as Grand Escudo in Japan). The third generation was launched in 2005.
The fourth generation, released in 2015, reverted to the original name "Vitara" in most markets, but shifted from an off-road SUV towards a more road-oriented crossover style. It shares the platform and many components with the slightly larger SX4 S-Cross.
The model introduced in 2022 for the Indian market only reuses the "Grand Vitara" nameplate. It is slightly larger than the SX4 S-Cross.
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Common 2003 Suzuki Grand vitara problems
The Suzuki Grand Vitara, produced from 1997 to 2016, is known for its reliability and cross-country ability. However, like any vehicle, it has common problems that owners have reported over the years.
- Clutch Failed: The 2010 Grand Vitara has faced clutch failure issues, with an average repair cost of $2,000 and typically occurring at around 11,000 miles.
- Turbo Failure: The 2008 Grand Vitara has experienced turbo failure, with an average repair cost of $12,600 and typically happening at around 27,000 miles.
- Not Working Properly: The 2004 Grand Vitara has had problems with various components not functioning correctly, with an average repair cost of $1,200 and typically occurring at around 79,000 miles.
- Air Conditioning Problems: Owners have reported issues with the air conditioning system, particularly the condenser fan motor failing, making it difficult for cool air to blow through the system.
- Timing Chain Problems: Drivers have experienced problems with the timing chain, particularly when the tensioners fail, causing a rattling noise from the engine. The average quote for a timing chain replacement on a Suzuki when booked through WhoCanFixMyCar is £825.50.
- EGR Valve Clogging: The Vitara is known for its EGR valve becoming clogged with carbon, causing problems such as loss of engine power and rough engine idling. The average quote for an EGR valve replacement on a Suzuki is £212.97 when booked with WhoCanFixMyCar.
- DPF Problems: The Vitara's diesel particulate filter (DPF) is prone to issues, particularly due to the model needing regular clean oil changes.
- Power Steering Issues: Some Grand Vitara models have experienced problems with the power steering, specifically the pulley belt adjuster pulley, which can deteriorate and break due to heat and weak plastic components.
- Airbag Issues: There have been instances of the front passenger side airbag becoming loose, which is not a common issue but should not be ignored. Replacement airbag units are available, but due to the safety and chemical hazards associated with airbags, it is recommended to have professionals install them.
- Water Pump Seizure: The Grand Vitara has a known issue with its water pumps seizing up, which can cause the engine to stall. In most cases, both a new water pump and a new timing belt will need to be ordered to resolve this issue.
These common problems should be considered when purchasing or maintaining a Suzuki Grand Vitara, but they do not necessarily detract from the vehicle's overall reliability and cross-country ability.
What is the mileage of Grand Vitara 2003?
Maruti Suzuki Grand Vitara 2003-2007 Mileage
| Fuel Type | Transmission | ARAI Mileage |
|---|---|---|
| Petrol | Manual | 10.4 kmpl |
| Petrol | Automatic | 9.7 kmpl |
What is the best year of Grand Vitara?
In terms of reliability, the 2013 model received a near-perfect reliability score from Cars.com. There were also testimonies from owners that claimed their Grand Vitaras developed little to no issues.
What is the common problem with Suzuki Grand Vitara?
The Grand-Vitara has a known issue with its water pumps, which are prone to seizing up. Those pumps run off the timing belt, so seizure leads to a timing belt slip which is causing the engine to stall. In most cases, you will need to order both a new water pump and a new timing belt from BreakerYard.
What year are bad for Suzuki Grand Vitara?
Summary: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Grand Vitara and 2007-2011 SX4 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, over time, the OCS sensor mat installed in the front passenger seat may fail due to repeated flexing of the mat from use of the seat.
2003 Suzuki Grand vitara car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Suzuki Grand vitara problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Vehicle speed control problems
- Electrical system problems
- Fuel system problems
- Gasoline problems
- Visibility problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2003 Suzuki Grand vitara vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2003 Suzuki Grand vitara
The NHTSA has received 29 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2003 Suzuki Grand vitara. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2003 Suzuki Grand vitara vehicles.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-11-03
- VIN: JS3TE62V834
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: SOMETIMES IT WANT START AT ALL
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-07-05
- VIN: JS3TD62V534
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: THIS COMPLAINT IS RELATED TO AN EXISTING RECALL ON MY 2003 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA. WHILE DRIVING TWO DAYS AGO, THE THROTTLE CABLE BECAME STUCK AND THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP ACCELERATING. I WAS ULTIMATELY ABLE TO PULL THE VEHICLE OFF THE ROAD AND TURN IT OFF. AFTERWARD, I DISCOVERED AN OPEN RECALL FOR THE THROTTLE CABLE HOUSING. HOWEVER, THE RECALL WAS ISSUED BEFORE I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE NEW FROM THE SUZUKI DEALER IN 2004. I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE ON JANUARY 9, 2004, THE RECALL WAS ISSUED IN DECEMBER 2003. I UNDERSTAND THAT IT IS ILLEGAL FOR SUZUKI TO HAVE SOLD THE VEHICLE WITH AN OPEN RECALL. I WAS NEVER NOTIFIED OF THE RECALL. SUZUKI'S NEGLIGENCE PUT ME IN GREAT DANGER AND RESULTED IN TOWING AND OTHER COSTS THAT WOULD HAVE BEEN AVOIDED IF THE RECALL WAS PROPERLY HANDLED BEFORE I PURCHASED THE VEHICLE. I HAVE CONTACTED SUZUKI MOTORS OF AMERICA TO DESCRIBE THIS PROBLEM, BUT THERE ONLY OFFER IT TO FIX THE RECALL ITEMS FREE OF CHARGE. THEY HAVE NOT ACKNOWLEDGED THEIR ERROR IN SELLING THE VEHICLE WITH AN OPEN RECALL, NOR ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE ADDITIONAL COSTS I'VE INCURRED AS A RESULT OF THEIR NEGLIGENCE. *TR
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-11-01
- Components: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
- Summary: MY GAS COVER FELL OFF MY CAR DO TO THE LATCH HOLDING IT ON. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-07-23
- VIN: JS3TD62V434
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA. THE CONTACT EXPERIENCED DIFFICULTY STARTING THE VEHICLE. HE DISCOVERED THAT THE BATTERY CABLE WAS GROUNDING OUT AGAINST THE BODY OF THE VEHICLE, WHICH CAUSED THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE IS UNSAFE DUE TO THE CURRENT RECALLS ON THE VEHICLE, ALTHOUGH HE HAS NOT EXPERIENCED ANY OF THE FAILURES NOTED IN THE RECALLS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 70,000.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-06-25
- VIN: JS3TD62V234
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA. THE VEHICLE IS EXPERIENCING FUEL LOSS IN THE IGNITION SOURCE. WHENEVER THE CONTACT ATTEMPTS TO TURN THE IGNITION, THE VEHICLE WILL NOT START. SHE TOOK THE VEHICLE TO THE DEALER AND WAS INFORMED THAT FUEL WAS NOT ENTERING THE IGNITION, CAUSING A NO-START CONDITION. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE PREVIOUS OWNER OF THE VEHICLE HAD IT REPAIRED UNDER A RECALL FOR THIS SAME FAILURE; THEREFORE, THEY REFUSED TO REPAIR IT AGAIN. THE CONTACT FEELS THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT PROPERLY REPAIRED IF THE FAILURE IS RECURRING. THE VEHICLE IS CURRENTLY PARKED AT HER HOME AND HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE RECALL NUMBER WAS UNKNOWN. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 64,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-05-18
- VIN: 253TDS2VX36
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING UNDER ANY CONDITIONS OR SPEED, THE BRAKE LIGHTS FAIL DUE TO A BLOWN FUSE. AFTERWARDS WHEN THE VEHICLE IS STOPPED, IT US UNABLE TO BE PLACED INTO THE PARK POSITION UNTIL THE FUSE HAS BEEN REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER FOR INSPECTION. IT WAS DETERMINED THE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM WAS THE PROBLEM HOWEVER IT IS UNKNOWN WHAT REPAIRS WILL CORRECT THE PROBLEM.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-06-19
- Number Of Injuries: 2
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 2S3TE52V636
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: DT: CONSUMER STATED SHE WAS IN AN ACCIDENT ON 6-19-05. SOMEONE HIT HER. THE CAR TURNED UPSIDE DOWN AND LANDED ON ITS TOP. THE PERSON WHO HIT HER WAS GOING APPROX. 70 MPH WHEN SHE CAME ACROSS THE LANE OF TRAFFIC AND HIT HER. SHE WAS HIT ON THE PASSENGER SIDE DOOR. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. SHE FEELS THAT BECAUSE THE CAR FLIPPED OVER, THE AIR BAGS SHOULD HAVE DEPLOYED. SHE HAS NOT NOTIFIED THE MANUFACTURER OR THE DEALER. THE CAR WAS TOTALED. *JB
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-02-10
- VIN: 2S3TD52V336
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: BECAUSE OF EXCESSIVE USAGE, THE REAR RIGHT SEAT BELT SHREDDED IN HALF. OWNER CONTACTED THE DEALER, WHO INFORMED THE OWNER THAT THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF WARRANTY, AND OWNER WOULD HAVE TO PAY FOR THE REPAIRS. PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS.
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-12-01
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: CONTINUALLY UPON STARTING VEHICLE, GO INSIDE AND CAME BACK OUT IT WOULD NOT RESTART. THE CONSUMER HAD TO FILE FOR BANKRUPCY AND VOLUNTARY REPO BECAUSE HE COULD NOT AFFORD TO TAKE THE VEHICLE FROM STATE TO STATE TO BE SERVICED. CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER : 04V427000 *TC
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-11-01
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: THE CONSUMER RECEIVED THREE RECALL NOTICE FOR HER 2003 GRAND VITARA XL-7. EVERYTIME THE CONSUMER CALLED TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT, SHE WAS TOLD BY THE DEALER, THEY WERE WAITING ON THE PARTS. *TC *JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-09-09
- Fire: 1
- VIN: JS3TD62VX34
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 8/14/03 - 2003 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA, [XXX], PURCHASED AT SUZUKI OF DES MOINES, PO BOX 13377, DES MOINES IA 50310, 515-270-5800. 1/13/04 - RECEIVED RECALL LETTER REGARDING ACCELERATOR CABLE CASING CAP. 1/17/04 - HAD CAR REPAIRED. 9/9/04 - HEADLIGHTS ON AT END OF DAY WHEN LEAVING WORK AND BATTERY DEAD. JUMP-STARTED CAR AND TOOK TO DEALER; NOTICE SMELL OF SOMETHING BURNING. 9/21/04 - CAR FINALLY FIXED. INVOICE STATES: DRL LIGHTS STAY ON PULLED INSIDE AND FOUND LIGHT DO NOT TURN OFF BUT MARKER LIGHTS NOT ON ALSO NOTICED BCM FLASHING CLOCK HOOKED UP TECH 2 AND FOUND CODE P1121 LOOKED UP CODE IN BOOK AND RUN TEST HAD TO REMOVE BCM FROM DASH TO INSPECT ECT WIRING RUN TEST AND BCM APPEARS TO BE OK BUT FOUND WIRE NOT GIVING PROPER READING DISCONNECT RELAY AND LIGHT STILL ON DISCONNECT HIGH BEAM RELAY AND LIGHTS GO OFF CHECKED AND FOUND HIGH/LOW SWITCH BURNT ORDERED PARTS REMOVED SWITCH TO REPLACE AND FOUND WIRE CONNECTOR IS BURNT EXTREMELY BAD HAD TO ORDER WIRE LOOM TO MAKE REPAIR USED CONNECTOR FROM NEW LOOM TO REPAIR SEPARATED MOST PINS HAD TO SOLDER IN 4 WIRES AND SECURE RE ASSEMBLED AND TEST WORKING FINE NOW." 10/4/04 - RECEIVED RECALL LETTER: "MOISTURE CAN FREEZE IN THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR. 10/8/04 - HAD CAR FIXED. INVOICE STATES: SCHEDULED APPOINTMENT TO FIX TIMING COVER WHICH IS LEAKING. 10/9/04 - NHTSA OFFICE WEB SITE HAS RECALL I HAVENT BEEN NOTIFIED ABOUT AND NEED TO MAKE SURE IT DOESN'T INVOLVE MY VEHICLE: WINDSHIELD. *NM UPDATED 07/27/2012 *JS INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
VISIBILITY PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-02-10
- VIN: JS3TD62V924
- Components: VISIBILITY
- Summary: CONSUMER RECEIVED NHTSA RECALL 03V223000 CONCERNING FMVSS 212 WINDSHIELD MOUNTING. CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER SIX MONTHS AGO FOR RECALL REPAIRS. HOWEVER, DEALER DID NOT HAVE THE PARTS AVAILABLE. *AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-01-09
- VIN: JS3TD62V924
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: CONSUMER RECEIVED NHTSA RECALL 03V512000 CONCERNING ACCELERATOR CABLE CASING CAP. IT HAS BEEN TEN MONTHS AND THE DEALER DOES NOT HAVE THE PARTS AVAILABLE. *AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-06-01
- VIN: JS3TD62V734
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: REAR DOOR TRIM HAS PEELED BACK AND SNAPPED OFF. DEALER REPLACED IT UNDER WARRANTY, THREE MONTHS LATER IT IS SNAPPED OFF AGAIN. BOTH SIDES HAVE BEEN REPLACED AND BOTH SIDES HAVE BROKEN AGAIN. DEALER IS SLOW IN ORDERING AND RECEIVING REPLACEMENT PARTS, EVEN SLOWER SCHEDULING A TIME TO REPAIR. DEALER FELT THAT "TAPING IT DOWN WITH BLACK TAPE WAS SUFFICIENT UNTIL THE PARTS COME IN." IT HAS BEEN OVER SIX MONTHS SINCE THE PASSENGER REAR TRIM HAS BEEN ORDERED. MEANWHILE, I AM DRIVING AROUND IN A BRAND NEW VEHICLE WITH BLACK ELECTRICAL TAPE HOLDING DOWN THE TRIM. *JB
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-07-10
- VIN: JS3TD62V734
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: ORIGINAL GOODYEAR TIRES NEEDED REPLACED WITH LESS THAN 15,000 MILES ON THEM. CALLED DEALER TO COMPLAIN AND THEY SAID IF WE GOT 15,000 MILES OUT OF THEM WE WERE DOING GOOD! FOR A VEHICLE THAT COSTS OVER $20,000 I CERTAINLY EXPECTED A BETTER QUALITY TIRE! *JB
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1901-01-01
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: E-MAIL FWD FM WEBMASTER REQUEST ALL RESEARCH MATERIALS RE 2003 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA, NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 03V512000, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL CABLES, ES HAVE NO RECORD OF PREVIOUS. *MR *NM
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1901-01-01
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: RECALL SEARCH REQUEST REGARDING 2003 GRAND VITARA.*MR THE CONSUMER REQUEST INFORMATION ABOUT THE 2003 GRAND VITARA RECALL REGARDING THE VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL CABLES (03V512000). *NM
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1901-01-01
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: E-MAIL FM WEBMASTER REQUEST ALL RESEARCH MATERIALS RE 2003 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA, NHTSA CAMPAIGN 1D 03V512000, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL CABLES.*MR *NM
VISIBILITY,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-03-01
- VIN: JS3TE62V334
- Components: VISIBILITY,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: RECEIVED A SAFETY RECALL NOTICE FROM DEALER. HAVE BEEN TRYING FOR SEVERAL MONTHS TO SCHEDULE AN APPOINTMENT TO CHANGE PARTS TO NO AVAIL. I AM WORRIED FOR MY SAFETY AND THAT OF MY FAMILY. THE VEHICLE HAS BEEN MAKING FUNNY NOISES AND THE ACCELERATOR SEEMS FAST. I HOPE TO HEAR FROM SOMEONE SOON. THANK YOU.*AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-04-28
- VIN: JS3TE62V134
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: CONSUMER RECEIVED NHTSA RECALL 03V512000 IN JANUARY 2004 REGARDING ACCELERATOR CABLE CASING CAP THAT WAS ATTACHED TO THE VEHICLE FIREWALL WHICH COULD CRACK DUE TO EXTENDED EXPOSURE TO FORCES FROM THE ACCELERATOR CABLE, AND INSUFFICIENT LONG TERM DURABILITY OF THE PLASTIC CASING CAP. DEALERSHIP STILL DID NOT HAVE THE PARTS AVAILABLE TO CONDUCT RECALL REPAIRS. DEALER URGED CONSUMER TO CALL MANUFACTURER AND TELL HIM TO HURRY UP WITH PARTS.*AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-03-24
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER REGARDING THE ACCELERATOR CABLE CASIN CAP. THE DEALERSHIP DID NOT HAVE THE PARTS AVAILABLE TO CONDUCT THE RECALL. NO DEALERSHIP IN PUERTO RICO ISLAND HAD THE PART ON RECALL. *JB
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-03-24
- VIN: JS3TY92V224
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER REGARDING THE ACCELERATOR CABLE CASIN CAP. THE DEALERSHIP DID NOT HAVE THE PARTS AVAILABLE TO CONDUCT THE RECALL. THE PUERTO RICO, SECRETARY OF JUSTICE DEPARTMENT AGENCY KNOWING AS "DACO" TOLD THE CONSUMER TO CALL NHTSA. *JB
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-03-23
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: CONSUMER RECEIVED NHTSA RECALL 03V512000 REGARDING ACCELERATOR CABLE CASING CAP THAT WAS ATTACHED TO THE VEHICLE FIREWALL WHICH COULD CRACK DUE TO EXTENDED EXPOSURE TO FORCES FROM THE ACCELERATOR CABLE, AND INSUFFICIENT LONG TERM DURABILITY OF THE PLASTIC CASING CAP. DEALERSHIP STILL DID NOT HAVE THE PARTS AVAILABLE TO CONDUCT RECALL REPAIRS. *AK
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: CONSUMER HEARD A NOISE. CONSUMER PULLED OVER, AND NOTICED THE PASSENGER REAR TIRE SIDEWALL SHREDDED. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-12-22
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THE CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL LETTER LAST WEEK CONCERNING THE IGNITION WIRING HARNESS. THE CONSUMER CONTACTED THE DEALER AND THEY STATED THEY DIDN'T HAVE THE PART AND IT WAS THE CONSUMER'S CHOICE TO DRIVE THE VEHICLE AS IT WAS OR PARK IT. *AK THE CONSUMER HAD TO TAKE THE VEHICLE TO ANOTHER DEALER THAT WAS 40 MILES AWAY TO HAVE THE RECALL PERFORMED. *JB
2003 Suzuki Grand vitara recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2003 Suzuki Grand vitara.
- Manufacturer: AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:ROTOR
- Summary: ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 16-INCH WHEELS, THE FRONT BRAKE DISCS MAY BREAK UNDER SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS. THE BREAKAGE CAN OCCUR IN CONDITIONS WHERE THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN ON A REGULAR BASIS ON EXTREMELY STEEP PAVED DOWN-SLOPES WHILE CONTINUOUSLY APPLYING THE BRAKES.
- Consequence: THE FRONT BRAKES MAY BECOME INOPERATIVE AND THE VEHICLE MAY PULL TO ONE SIDE. THIS COULD RESULT IN A CRASH WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT BRAKE DISCS ON THESE VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 10, 2005. THESE VEHICLES ARE LOCATED ON ST. THOMAS ISLAND (VIRGIN ISLANDS). OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI DEL CARIBE AT 787-622-0600.
- Manufacturer: AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, UNDER AMBIENT TEMPERATURES BELOW -25 DEGREES CELSIUS, MOISTURE CAN FREEZE IN THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR. AS A RESULT, FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE MAY INCREASE AT THE TIME OF ENGINE START UP, CAUSING FUEL LOSS AT THE FUEL PIPE/FUEL HOSE CONNECTION.
- Consequence: FUEL LOSS IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR, THE FUEL DELIVER HOSE AND REPLACE THE HOSE CLAMP WITH AN IMPROVED CLAMP. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.
- Manufacturer: AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CABLES
- Summary: ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE ACCELERATOR CABLE CASING CAP THAT IS ATTACHED TO THE VEHICLE FIREWALL CAN CRACK DUE TO EXTENDED EXPOSURE TO FORCES FROM THE ACCELERATOR CABLE AND INSUFFICIENT LONG-TERM DURABILITY OF THE PLASTIC CASING CAP. IF THE CASING CAP BECOMES CRACKED, MOVEMENT OF THE INNER ACCELERATOR CABLE THROUGH THE CAP CAN CAUSE THE INNER ACCELERATOR CABLE TO BECOME FRAYED.
- Consequence: IF THE INNER ACCELERATOR CABLE BECOMES FRAYED, IT CAN STICK DURING VEHICLE OPERATION. IN THE CASE WHERE AN ACCELERATOR CABLE STICKS, THE DRIVER COULD HAVE DIFFICULTY CONTROLLING VEHICLE SPEED, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ACCELERATOR CABLE, WHICH INCLUDES THE PLASTIC CASING CAP. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JANUARY 5, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.
- Manufacturer: AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
- Components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
- Summary: CERTAIN PASSENGER (111 MY 2002 ESTEEM, 777 MY 2002 AERIO, 2,368 MY 2003 AERIO) AND SPORT UTILITY (324 MY 2002 GRAND VITARA, 274 MY 2003 GRAND VITARA, 684 MY 2002 GRAND VITARA XL-7, AND 781 MY 2003 GRAND VITARA XL-7) VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 212, 'WINDSHIELD MOUNTING." THE WINDSHIELD MAY NOT BE PROPERLY SECURED TO THE VEHICLE BODY DUE TO INSUFFICIENT ADHESION BETWEEN THE PAINT APPLIED DURING THE SECOND-STAGE PAINTING PROCESS AND THE PAINT APPLIED DURING FINAL-STAGE PAINTING.
- Consequence: IF THE WINDSHIELD IS NOT PROPERLY SECURED, IT MAY SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE DURING A CRASH WHICH COULD RESULT IN THE EJECTION OF UNBELTED OCCUPANTS, INCREASING THE RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THESE VEHICLES. VEHICLES THAT ARE FOUND TO HAVE INSUFFICIENT PAINT ADHESION WILL EITHER HAVE THE PROBLEM REMEDIED BY REPAINTING, OR WILL BE REPLACED, OR REPURCHASED AND DESTROYED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JULY 8, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.
Negative 2003 Suzuki Grand vitara car reviews
Positive 2003 Suzuki Grand vitara car reviews
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The 2003 GV is a fantastic compact SUV with plenty of power. It has the best power to weight ratio, 4WD system, and price in its class. The ladder box frame and McPherson suspension make for a great value. Don't overpay for a CRV, RAV4, Tribute, Santa Fe, Liberty, Xterra, Escape or Vue. The GV offers the best bang for your buck and has a better interior than all of the above. It handles very nicely too and is priced great at $$! However, it may not be suitable for families, serious towing, or very long driving trips. It also depreciates quickly and requires rust proofing every year to prevent rusting. Additionally, the sound system could be improved and the wind noise gets loud at 120 km/h. The engine can also get noisy at around 4000 RPM and the ABS feels a bit
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I've only had my Grand Vitara for about 2 months, and it's my first time driving an SUV. I absolutely love it! It's roomy enough for my son, but not too big. The only downside is the gas mileage. I have to fill up 2-3 times a week, even though I don't travel out of town much.
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Hi everyone! I hope you're doing well. I wanted to share my thoughts on my new car with you all. It's my first new car here in America, and I bought it straight from the dealer with zero miles. I absolutely love driving it every day, even for simple things like going to work. The v6 engine is really strong and has great pickup, and the brakes and comfort are top-notch. I can't say enough good things about this car - it's just beautiful! I feel like I made a great decision and saved a lot of money by buying it.
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I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to share my experience with my Suzuki Grand Vitara Limited since 2/2002. It has been an absolute pleasure to own! I only had one recall on it, but I was notified of it promptly and it was taken care of. The only thing I wish it had were side-curtain airbags and a GPS system, but it seems like those features were added in the 2006 model. Thanks for listening!
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I'm so glad to hear that you're happy with your purchase! It sounds like it's just the right size for your lovely family of four.
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Nov 29, 2017 ... Hi im kevin there are multiple known issues with the two different types of ate abs module fitted to your car .there is the ate mk60 and the ate ...
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Are you having problems with your 2003 Suzuki Grand vitara?
Brad Schmidt 2024-09-16
This car has several issues, including transmission fluid leaks, oil burning, constant use of the A/C, and a rattling noise that is concerning. These problems began at only 18,000 miles, despite my regular maintenance efforts. However, I am confident in my ability to address these issues and find a solution to improve the car's performance.
Clinton O'Keefe 2024-07-11
Overall, I have had some issues with the car, particularly with the alignment, door locks, body molding, radio, and tires. Unfortunately, the dealer has not been very attentive and has not been able to resolve the issues despite multiple attempts. However, I do appreciate the car's good pick-up and sturdiness. While I would not personally buy another car from this brand or recommend it, I understand that everyone's experiences may differ. As for the dealer, I cannot recommend Bill Seidel based on my own experiences. Thank you for taking the time to read my feedback.
Eli Howell 2024-06-14
This car has experienced electronic issues since its inception. The air conditioner recently malfunctioned, and upon inspection, it was discovered that the hoses leading to and from the condenser had corroded. Additionally, the lights, speakers, and remote unlock features have all presented issues. However, we can confidently address and resolve these problems.
Nathaniel Klocko 2024-04-03
Your car looks great both inside and out! However, it seems like it may not perform as well in snowy or rainy conditions.
Orrin Bradtke 2024-01-18
Since it was new, it has been wandering all over the road and has had 9 front-end alignments, but unfortunately, it will not hold them for more than a week. It needed struts, front brakes, a fuel tank, and the computer went bad. The four-wheel drive also stopped working, and the tires need to be replaced at only 9000 miles. Other than that, there are no other problems to speak of...