Is the Suzuki Grand Vitara Reliable?
1999–2013 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Suzuki Grand Vitara Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 0 | 1 | — | — | 99 | Excellent |
| 2012 | 0 | 3 | — | — | 99 | Excellent |
| 2011 | 2 | 3 | — | — | 93 | Excellent |
| 2010 | 3 | 11 | — | — | 86 | Excellent |
| 2009 | 2 | 11 | — | — | 92 | Excellent |
| 2008 | 1 | 83 | 2 | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2007 | 1 | 149 | 2 | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2006 | 1 | 164 | 10 | — | 79 | Good |
| 2005 | 1 | 17 | — | — | 86 | Excellent |
| 2004 | 2 | 52 | 12 | 1 | 70 | Good |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Grand Vitara Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Grand Vitara scores 20 points above the average suv — a strong result.
Known Suzuki Grand Vitara Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 494 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Suzuki Grand Vitara reliable?+
The Suzuki Grand Vitara scores 88/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 13 recall campaigns and 494 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Grand Vitara is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2013 Grand Vitara achieved the highest reliability score of 99/100 with 0 recalls and 1 complaints.
How many miles does a Grand Vitara last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Suzuki Grand Vitara owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Grand Vitara will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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