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Suzuki Grand Vitara

2009–2013 only

87 classified complaints 5 recalls

2009–2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara models have 87 classified complaints on record for these years specifically, plus 5 recalls. The most common issue in this range is Airbags, seatbelts and restraints, typically surfacing around 50,827 miles.

Computed directly from stored federal records for 2009–2013 model years only — not blended with the rest of this vehicle's production run. See the full Suzuki Grand Vitara report for every year combined.

Where this range fits

2004–2008

2009–2013

Complaints filed per 5-year model-year window — highlighted bars link to their own dedicated page.

What breaks, and when — 2009–2013 only

Airbags, seatbelts and restraints · Body and interior 36 complaints

Median onset: 50,827 miles.

Tends to show up earlier than this model's other issues. · More common in newer model years.

Wiring harness, grounds and connectors · Electrical 10 complaints

Median onset: 58,000 miles.

More common in newer model years.

Accessory belt, tensioner and pulleys · Engine 8 complaints

Median onset: 113,808 miles.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues. · More common in older model years.

ABS module and wheel speed sensors · Brakes 6 complaints

Median onset: 113,000 miles.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues. · More common in newer model years. · Typical repair: $660–$1,260 nationally.

Cooling system: radiator, water pump, thermostat, fan · Engine 5 complaints

Median onset: 100,000 miles.

Tends to show up later than this model's other issues. · More common in older model years. · Typical repair: $260–$1,910 nationally.

Water leaks and seals · Body and interior 4 complaints

Median onset: 50,000 miles.

Tends to show up earlier than this model's other issues. · More common in newer model years.

A/C compressor, condenser and refrigerant · Heating and A/C 2 complaints

Median onset: 40,000 miles.

Tends to show up earlier than this model's other issues. · Typical repair: $720–$1,420 nationally.

Internal engine (bearings, pistons, rings) · Engine 2 complaints

Median onset: 87,000 miles.

More common in older model years.

From owner-filed complaints to NHTSA, not independently verified. Federal mileage reporting on recent complaints is sparse — see how it works. Cost ranges are national estimates from book labor hours and parts pricing, not this vehicle's actual repair history — they don't account for your location or shop type.

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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation — complaints and recalls, scoped to 2009–2013 model years. See the full Suzuki Grand Vitara report for every year and full specs/safety data.