1999 Suzuki 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 1999 Suzuki Vitara problems
The Suzuki Vitara, produced by the Japanese automaker, has been a popular model among drivers since its debut in 1988. However, some common problems have been reported by owners of the 1999 Suzuki Vitara, which include:
- Dropped Clutch: Some drivers have reported that the clutch on their Vitara has dropped, making it difficult to press down. This problem is often caused by a broken weld on the pedal pivot assembly. The only solution is to replace the entire clutch assembly with a new one.
- Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) Problems: The Vitara's diesel particulate filter is known to become clogged up with soot due to the model's need for regular clean oil changes. This can result in the Check Engine Light illuminating, a loss in engine performance, and a decrease in fuel efficiency. Additionally, thicker and darker exhaust smoke coming from the exhaust pipe is a good indication of a clogged DPF.
- Faulty Switchgear and Controls: The JD Power customer satisfaction survey has highlighted some faulty switchgear and controls on the Vitara. Electrics were also a weak spot on the previous model, according to data from Warranty Direct. Therefore, it is recommended to check all switches and knobs for any faults.
- Rough Idle: A rough idle and stumbling when accelerating can be caused by an engine vacuum leak from the throttle-body base gasket. The only solution is to replace the failed gasket with a new one.
- Timing Chain Problems: Suzuki has announced recalls on affected Vitara models due to issues with the timing chain. The timing chain is responsible for synchronizing the engine's camshaft and crankshaft, and when it fails, it can cause the engine to misfire or stall. The affected model dates for this issue are from 07/02/2015 – 23/09/2016.
- Vehicle Emission Outputs: Another recall was issued due to incorrect vehicle emission outputs. This issue affects models manufactured between 07/01/2015 – 06/05/2015 and is caused by an error in programming during production.
- Radar Brake Support System: A recall was issued due to the Radar Brake Support System causing unintended vehicle braking whilst driving. This issue affects models manufactured between 22/09/2000 – 25/02/2004 and is caused by an error in programming during production.
- Risk of Fire: A recall was issued due to the risk of fire between cable connections and glow plugs. This issue affects models manufactured between 22/09/2000 – 25/02/2004 and is caused by a risk of electrical arcing between the cable connections and glow plugs.
- Fuel Pressure Regulator: A recall was issued due to the fuel pressure regulator freezing and causing leaking under extremely low temperatures. This issue affects models manufactured between 01/12/1997 – 31/01/1998 and is caused by the fuel pressure regulator not being able to handle extremely low temperatures.
- Driver's Side Airbag: A recall was issued due to the driver's side airbag deploying with greater force than originally designed. This issue affects models manufactured between 06/10/1998 – 05/10/2003 and is caused by a manufacturing defect in the airbag.
These common problems with the 1999 Suzuki Vitara can result in costly repairs, and it is essential to address them promptly to avoid further damage to the vehicle.
What is the common problem with Suzuki Vitara?
Some common problems with the Vitara include: DPF problems. Clutch problems. Air conditioning problems.
What engine is in a Vitara 1999?
Engine: Three engines: 1.6-liter, 97-horsepower in-line four-cylinder model and a 2-liter, 127-horsepower, in-line four-cylinder job available in the lower-end, two-door and four-door Vitaras.
What is the fuel consumption of a 1999 Suzuki Vitara?
Suzuki Vitara 1999 Fuel consumption
The Suzuki Vitara currently offers fuel consumption from 8.4 to 11L/100km.
Are Suzuki Vitara reliable cars?
Two Suzuki models featured in the top 10 most reliable cars too. The Vitara, which was launched in 2015, was ranked the second most reliable car in the small SUV category with a score of 99.3%. Only 6% of Vitara drivers reported any faults with the car during their ownership.
1999 Suzuki Vitara car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Suzuki Vitara problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Suspension problems
- Power train problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Structure problems
- Unknown or other problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1999 Suzuki Vitara vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1999 Suzuki Vitara
The NHTSA has received 50 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1999 Suzuki Vitara. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1999 Suzuki Vitara vehicles.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-06-20
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: JS3TE62V0X4
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 SUZUKI VITARA. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. WHEN THE CONTACT APPLIED THE BRAKES THEY FAILED TO ENGAGE. THE VEHICLE CONTINUED TO ACCELERATE AND CRASHED INTO A TRUCK AND CAUSED SERIOUS DAMAGES TO THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED A TORN LIGAMENT TO HER ARM, SKIN TISSUE INJURIES, AND A CONCUSSION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FOR THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL AFTER THE CRASH OCCURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AND DEEMED DESTROYED. THE DEALER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE UNKNOWN. UPDATED 11/08/10 * BF UPDATED 11/10/10
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-03-29
- VIN: 2S3TD52V5X6
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT, BRAKES WERE APPLIED IN AN EMERGENCY STOP TO AVOID HITTING A DEER RUNNING ACROSS THE HIGHWAY. THERE WAS A LOUD BANG NOISE FROM THE FRONT OF THE CAR.ANCHOR FOR THE RIGHT "A" ARM IS RUSTED OUT IN THE FRAME FRONT CROSS MEMBER CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO DIVE TO THE LEFT AND INTO THE ONCOMING LANE OF TRAFFIC WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED TO AVOID HITTING A DEER CROSSING THE ROAD. FRAME CROSS MEMBER AND RELATED PARTS WILL HAVE TO BE REPLACED. VEHICLE IS NOW UNSTABLE GOING DOWN THE ROAD.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-08-18
- VIN: 2S3TD52V8X6
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 SUZUKI VITARA. WHILE THE CONTACT WAS REPAIRING THE BRAKES, HE DISCOVERED CORROSION ON THE FRONT CROSS MEMBER (FRAME). THE CONTACT IS A MECHANIC AND STATED THAT IF THE FRAME COMES APART, IT CAN CAUSE THE FRONT SUSPENSION TO FAIL. THE DEALER STATED THAT THERE WERE NO RECALLS FOR THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WOULD NOT ASSIST. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 128,000.
SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-08-16
- VIN: 2S3TD52V8X6
- Components: SUSPENSION,STRUCTURE
- Summary: 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
STEERING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-06-28
- VIN: 2S3TD52V8X6
- Components: STEERING
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1999 SUZUKI VITARA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE HAS EXTREME DIFFICULTY TURNING THE STEERING COLUMN BECAUSE IT REMAINS IN A FIXATED POSITION. HE INSPECTED THE STEERING FLUID AND CONCLUDED THAT THE LEVELS WERE NORMAL. THE DEALER STATED THAT ALTHOUGH HE WAS EXPERIENCING THE SAME FAILURE MENTIONED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER 98V324002 (STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR), THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL. THE CONTACT WOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE REPAIR COSTS. THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGES WERE 138,000.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-12-08
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING 35 MP ENGINE LOCKED UP. CONSUMER MANAGED TO PULL OVER, AND HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED. DEALERSHIP REPAIRED THE PROBLEM ONCE, BUT IT WAS NOT RESOLVED. *AK....*AK
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-11-17
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 2S3TE02V5T6
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT 45 MPH A COLLISION OCCURRED, CONSUMER'S VEHICLE HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE IN THE REAR. UPON IMPACT, AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. CONSUMER SUSTAINED BAD INJURIES. *AK
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-10-01
- VIN: 2S3TD52V1X6
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: THE CONSUMER EXPERIENCED THE SAME PROBLEM AS STATED IN RECALL 04V427000. THE CONSUMER CONTACTED THE SUZUKI CORPORATION, AND WAS TOLD THAT HE WAS A PART OF THE RECALL. THEN, SUZUKI TURNED AROUND, AND TOLD THE CONSUMER THAT HE WAS NOT A PART OF THE RECALL. *AK THE CONSUMER FELT THAT BEING EXCLUDE FROM THE RECALL WAS UNFAIR AND THAT THE ONLY DIFFERENCE WAS THAT THE RECALL WAS FOR THE 6 CYLINDER AND NOT THE 4 CYLINDER. *SC *JB
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-03-06
- VIN: 2S3TE52V2X6
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: 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
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: BRAKE LIGHTS KEPT BLOWING OUT ON THEIR OWN. THE BRAKE LIGHTS FAILED SIX TIMES. DEALER WAS CONTACTED. *AK
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-09-29
- VIN: JS3TD62VXX4
- Components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING AT 75 MPH WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL ON, THE VEHICLE BECAME STUCK IN CRUISE MODE. WHEN TRYING TO DISENGAGE THE CRUISE CONTROL, THE CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO DO SO. THE CONSUMER STRUGGLED TO APPLY THE BRAKES, FINALLY GETTING THE VEHICLE TO SLOW DOWN ENOUGH TO SHUT THE IGNITION OFF. THE VEHICLE WAS RESTARTED, AND THE CRUISE CONTROL WAS STILL ACTIVE. THE CONSUMER HAD TO PHYSICALLY PULL THE GAS PEDAL FROM THE FLOOR OF THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER HAD NOT BEEN NOTIFIED. *AK *SCC *JB
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1999-08-01
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THE TRANSMISSION DID NOT EASILY GO INTO 3RD GEAR. THERE WAS A HORRIBLE VIBRATION AND NOISE WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD AND A FEELING OF LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE WHEN TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY. *TT
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-05-30
- VIN: 2S3TD52V6X6
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: FROM DAY ONE, THE BELT ON THE CAR MADE A CHIRPING NOISE. THE CAR HAD GONE BACK TO THE DEALER ON 4 DIFFERENT OCCASSIONS-AND AS OF RIGHT NOW, THE BELT HAS BEEN CHANGED THREE DIFFERENT TIMES, BUT THE NOISE CONTINUES. WHEN IT RAINS, IT GETS A VERY LOUD SQUEAKY NOISE. ADDITIONALLY, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON RIGHT AFTER PURCHASE. I TOOK THE CAR BACK TO THE DELAER AT LEAST TWICE, AND I WAS TOLD IT WAS THE SENSOR, BECAUSE THE ENGINE WAS FINE. HOWEVER, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CONTINUED TO COME ON OCCASSIONALLY OFF AND ON. I HAD CONSISTENT OIL CHANGES AND SCHEDULED MAINTENANCE DONE, BUT LAST WEEK, ENGINE CHECK LIGHT STARTING FLASHING. COME TO FIND OUT, THE #3 CYLINDER GOING INTO THE ENGINE WAS GONE. I WAS TOLD THIS HAD TO BE AND ON-GOING PROBLEM-IT DID NOT HAPPEN OVER NIGHT. EVIDENTLY, THERE WAS A PROBLEM EXACTLY ALL THE TIMES THE LIGHT CAME ON. AS A RESULT, I HAD TO PAY OVER $2000 TO GET THE CAR FIXED. *AK
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-04-01
- VIN: ADD
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: VEHICLE SWERVES AT ANY SPEED, IT'S DIFFICULT TO CONTROL VEHICLE, ALIGNMENTS HAVE BEEN DONE AND TIRES WERE REPLACED, HOWEVER DID NOT REMEDY THE PROBLEM.*JB
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-07-11
- VIN: JE3TD62VXX4
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE, CONSUMER WILL ATTACH COPY TO COMPLAINT FORM FOR FUEL PIPE HOSE IN THE BEGINNING OF JULY, DEALER NOTIFIED CONSUMER TWICE ON 7-25-01, AND 8-20-01 BECAUSE THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE, DEALER NAME SANSONES, AUTO MALL RT 21, WOODBRIDGE PHONE# 732-815-0500.*AK CONSUMER STATES AS OF OCTOBER 4,2001 NO ARRANGEMENTS HAVE BEEN MADE BY DEALER TO REPLACED PARTS.*JB
SUSPENSION,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-07-24
- VIN: 2S3TE52V0X6
- Components: SUSPENSION,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
- Summary: SINCE PURCHASE CAR HAS EXHIBITED SERIOUS VIBRATION THROUGHOUT VEHICLE AT ABOUT 40 MPH AND CRUISE CONTROL UNIT OPERATES ERRATICALLY AFTER A DOWNSHIFT IS REQUIRED-SUZUKI FACTORY REPRESENATIVE ORIGINALLY SAID A NEW TYPE ECM WOULD CORRECT THE CONDITIONS BUT LATER SAID NO SUCH PART EXISTED AFTER THE DEALER HAD ORDERED IT AND WAITED TWO MONTHS FOR IT TO BE DELIVERED AND INSTALLED IN MY VEHICLE- SUZUKI SUBSEQUENTLY AUTHORIZED BALANCING THE TIRES, REPLACING THE CRUISE CONTROL MODULE, REPLACING THE DRIVESHAFT, AND REPAIRING THE DIFFERENTIAL, AND INSPECTION OF THE FRAME AND CROSSMEMBERS ALL TO NO AVAIL AS THE PROBLEMS STILL EXIST AND ARE GETTING WORSE. I HAVE EXPRESSED TO SUZUKI MY CONCERN OF A CAUSAL RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN VIBRATION AND METAL FATIGUE AND COMPONENT FAILURE AND MY CONCERN AS TO THE SAFETY OF MY VEHICLE AND SUZUKI RESPONDED TO THE DEALERSHIP BY TELEPHONE ON 07/27/01 INSTRUCTING THE DEALER TO MAKE NO REPAIR ATTEMPT AS THE VEHICLE IS "OPERATING AS DESIGN AND INTENT". ON THAT SAME DAY ANOTHER SUZUKI VITARA OWNER WAS AT THE SAME DEALERSHIP EXPERIENCING SIMILAR PROBLEMS AND WAS ALSO INFORMED BY THE SERVICE MANAGER(TOM COLGLAZIER) AND ASSISTANT SERVICE MANAGER(STEVE COOK) THAT SUZUKI WOULD AUTHORIZE NO REPAIR ATTEMPTS TO THEIR VEHICLE EITHER. AS SUZUKI IS UNWILLING TO VOLUNTARILY CORRECT THESE SERIOUS SAFETY ISSSUES CONCERNING THEIR VIATRA PRODUCT LINE I FEEL AN INVESTIGATION AND POSSIBLE RECALL ACTION IS WARRANTED.*AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-07-15
- VIN: 2S3TA52C8X6
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH PASSENGER'S SIDE REAR AXLE BROKE AND TIRE COMPLETELY CAME OFF, CAUSE UNKNOWN. NO COLLISION/ INJURIES OCCURRED. *AK *SLC
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-01-01
- VIN: 2S3TD52V0X6
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: WHEN DRIVING OVER 50 MPH VEHICLE STARTS TO RATTLE AND SHAKE. IT SEEMS AS IF CAR IS GOING TO LOSE CONTROL. HAVE BEEN COMPLAING SINCE I PURCHASED VEHICLE BUT NO RESOLUTION AS OF YET. DO NOT WANT TO DRIVE AND CAR LOOSE CONTROL. WOULD LIKE FOR AN INVESTIGATION TO SEE IF PROBLEM WOULD CAUSE CRASH. I HAVE NOT HAD A RESPONSE FROM SUZUKI AS OF YET.
EQUIPMENT PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-03-28
- VIN: JS31D62V6X4
- Components: EQUIPMENT
- Summary: AIR CONDITIONER FAILED TO WORK PROPERLY. IT WOULD BLOW HOT INSTEAD OFF COOL AIR. TOOK VEHICLE TO GET PART FOR AIR CONDITIONER & WAS INFORMED THAT PART WAS DEFECTIVE AND ON BACK ORDER. *AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-02-17
- VIN: 2S3TA52C8X6
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TRANSMISSION DOES NOT SHIFT INTO GEAR. DEALER HAS ATTEMPTED TO REPAIR VEHICLE.*AK CONSUMER STATES TRANSMISSION HAS FAILED TO WORK PROPERLY SINCE PURCHASE DATE, WHILE TRAVELING ON HIGHWAY TRANSMISSION WOULD NOT GO INTO 5TH GEAR, MAKING IT IMPOSSIBLE TO MERGE INTO TRAFFIC, CONSUMER WAS INFORMED BY DEALER THAT THEY WOULD REPLACE THE TRANSMISSION BUT IT WOULD TAKE THREE WEEKS FOR THE TRANSMISSION TO COME IN AND ONE WEEK TO REPLACE, WHEN CONSUMER PICKED UP VEHICLE HE WAS TOLD THAT A RECIEPT WAS UNAVAILABLE AND ONE YEAR LATER WHEN HE OBTAINED A RECIEPT STATING THAT TRANSMISSION WAS REBUILT AND NOT REPLACED, CONSUMER STATES BETWEEN 3-23-2000 AND 3-16-2001 IT BECAOME DIFFUCULT TO DOWN SHIFT INTO 3RD GEARAND IMPOSSIBLE TO GO INTO REVERSE.*JB
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2001-04-11
- VIN: 2S3TA52C7X6
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: WHEN THE CLUTCH IS PRESSED THE ENGINE WILL DIE. THIS HAS HAPPENED 10+ TIMES SINCE 2/2000. IT HAPPENS SPORADICALLY AND DESPITE 6 RETURNS TO THE DEALER, THE PROBLEM CONTINUES. WHEN THIS HAPPENS APPROACHING A STOP LIGHT OR LEAVING THE HIGHWAY, THE STEERING LOCKS AND THE BRAKES GET VERY HARD TO DEPRESS. I HAVE GONE THROUGH AT LEAST ONE RED LIGHT OUT OF CONTROL AS A RESULT. THE DEALER CANNOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM.*AK
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-03-05
- VIN: 2S3TD52VXX6
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: PLASTIC USED IN THE DOOR TRIMS IS VERY BRITTLE. SUZUKI SAYS IT IS NOT A WARRANTY ISSUE. THERE IS NO SUPPORT UNDER IT.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-10-11
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 2S3TC52C5X6
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE CAUGHT ON FIRE UNDERHOOD. MANUFACTURER HAS BEEN NOTIFIED.*AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: ENGINE CHECK LIGHT ILLUMINATES, INDICATING A MALFUNCTION IN THE SYSTEM. ALSO, WHILE DRIVING VEHICLE COMPLETELY SHUTDOWN WITHOUT WARNING. CAUSE UNKNOWN. DEALER COULD NOT IDENTIFY THE CAUSE OF THE PROBLEM. PLEASE GIVE ANY FURTHER DETAILS. *AK
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-01-30
- VIN: 2S3TD52V3X6
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,POWER TRAIN,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: VEHICLE HAD BEEN PURCHASED MORE THAN 30 DAYS AGO & IT ALREADY HAS STALLED A COUPLE OF TIMES. ALSO, GEAR SHIFT SHAKES REAL BADLY, AND ENGINE CHECK LIGHT COMES ON. DEALER CAN'T FIND ANYTHING WRONG. *AK
1999 Suzuki Vitara recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 5 recalls for different components of the 1999 Suzuki Vitara.
- Manufacturer: SABERSPORT
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
- Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
- Manufacturer: AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME OF THESE VEHICLES HAVE AN INOPERATIVE BRAKE LAMP-ACTUATING SWITCH. IF THE BRAKE LAMP-ACTUATING SWITCH DOES NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY WHEN THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED, THE BRAKE LIGHTS MAY BE INOPERATIVE. ON VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE, A FAILURE IN THE BRAKE LAMP-ACTUATING SWITCH MAY ALSO PREVENT SHIFTING OUT OF PARK. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
- Consequence: IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION AND ANOTHER VEHICLE WAS FOLLOWING CLOSELY, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STOP LAMP SWITCH ASSEMBLY.
- Manufacturer: AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
- Components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 2-DOOR PASSENGER VEHICLES. DURING PORT INSTALLATION OF REAR STEREO SPEAKERS, THE FRONT SEAT BELT LOWER ANCHOR BOLTS WERE REMOVED TO FACILITATE THE REAR SPEAKER INSTALLATION AND MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TORQUED TO SPECIFICATION AFTER INSTALLATION OF THE SPEAKERS.
- Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE SEAT BELTS MAY NOT PROPERLY RESTRAIN AN OCCUPANT INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL RETORQUE BOTH OF THE FRONT SEAT BELT LOWER ANCHOR BOLTS TO SPECIFICATION.
- Manufacturer: AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
- Components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 2-DOOR PASSENGER VEHICLES. DURING PORT INSTALLATION OF REAR STEREO SPEAKERS, THE VEHICLES WIRING HARNESS COULD HAVE BEEN PINCHED BETWEEN THE REAR STEREO SPEAKER AND SPEAKER RETAINING PLATE.
- Consequence: AN ELECTRICAL SHORT COULD OCCUR DUE TO THE PINCHED WIRES.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE POSITION/CONDITION OF THE REAR WIRING HARNESS AND REPAIR THE WIRING HARNESS, IF NECESSARY.
- Manufacturer: AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
- Components: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. THE COUPLING THAT CONNECTS THE STEERING COLUMN SHAFT TO THE INTERMEDIATE STEERING SHAFT IS CRACKED. THIS COULD ALLOW THE STEERING SHAFTS TO SEPARATE.
- Consequence: IF THIS WERE TO OCCUR WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS IN MOTION, A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL COULD OCCUR INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE STEERING SHAFT COUPLING.
Negative 1999 Suzuki Vitara car reviews
Positive 1999 Suzuki Vitara car reviews
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I hope you're doing well! I wanted to share with you my experience with my new car. I purchased it about 2 months ago and got a great deal on it. It only had 49000 k and the gas mileage is amazing, especially compared to my old 89 Oldsmobile. It's so much fun to drive! The manual transmission alone is a blast, but zipping around in this car makes it even better. I love to just open the sunroof and unzip the back window. It sits like a truck but drives sporty. Thanks for listening!
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Great little truck for the price! It's been five years since I got mine, and it still runs great. Just follow the maintenance in the owner's manual. I have the model with the manual 5-speed transmission and the 2.0 motor. I've carried everything from bowling balls to kayaks and even my 6'4 spouse. The only negative is that some of the plastic pieces in the interior broke, but it's not a big deal. It's also great for long road trips, and the convertible top is easy to use.
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This car may be small, but it has a sharp and stylish appearance, especially once you upgrade the wheels. It's our designated summer car and has a fun and enjoyable ride. Although it has a small motor, it's adequate with the stick transmission. I personally enjoy working on my own vehicles, and this car makes it easy with everything being accessible and in plain view. It's important to be cautious on the highway as it may roll if turned sharply, but it has good brakes and runs smoothly. We've had it for three years and doubt we'll ever get rid of it! If you plan on purchasing a newer model still under warranty, be aware that Suzuki does not honor expired warranties, even if they are only one mile over.
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1st Generation (1999-2003) Vitara Problems | Suzuki Problems
The 1st generation Vitara (1999—2003) has 5 owner complaints, mostly about engine problems. Overall it ranks 5th in reliability out of 14 eligible Suzuki ...
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Greg Torphy 2024-03-08
I had this vehicle for 19 months and unfortunately had to visit the service department 6 times during this period. The first time was due to an electrical problem that prevented the vehicle from shifting out of park. Although it took 3 visits to resolve the issue, I insisted that the Suzuki Tech Rep be contacted and the problem was eventually fixed. The other visits were for a front axle shaft, an engine seal, a defective windshield wiper switch, and engine tapping. The dealership suggested changing the oil and waiting for two changes with anything but a 'Fram' oil filter to address the tapping issue. They also suggested adjusting the valves, but at my expense, which I found concerning during the warranty period.