Suzuki Vitara Owners: Problems & Solutions

[Jan Soer]

Mixbrix wrote:

With 4000 miles on my 06 Grand Vitara, the rear brakes were squealing. Took it to dealer, was told they had defective brake shoes, and they did a brake job on it. Now, 4000 miles later, rear brake is squealing again. Anybody else have this problem?

Yes very similar problems. Brand new Vitara started squeeking and was told by mechanic it is a new hard disck pad that was prescribed by the manufacturer and nothing can be done about it. Now after two major services and still no joy I am going to take action.Will contact Suzuki headoffice and demand the problem be fixed or they can take their car back.
Cheers,
Jan

[Pat]

I just bought a 2006 Grand Vitara mostly because of its ability to tow up to 300 lbs and is advertised as being towable behind a motorhome. The problem is that I haven't been able to locate front brackets for towing. Has anyone any information that they can share ?

[Norm]

Mixbrix wrote:

With 4000 miles on my 06 Grand Vitara, the rear brakes were squealing. Took it to dealer, was told they had defective brake shoes, and they did a brake job on it. Now, 4000 miles later, rear brake is squealing again. Anybody else have this problem?

Yes - our 06 is squealing as well - we were told this was normal with high humidity. None of my other cars (toyota) squeal.

[Kelly]

AMY wrote:

I HAVE 2000 SUZKI GRAND VITARA. WHEN EVER IT GET REAL COLD, SY BELOW 0 DEGREES IT WON'T START. HAS ANYONE ELSE HAD THIS PROBLEM?? I HAVE REPLACED BATTERYS ALL THE TIME. EVEN HAD THE RECALL ON INJECTORS REPLACED AND STILL DOES IT?? ANY HEPL PLEASE??

I have a 2001 and I believe there was a recall about this very problem. I don't remember what the solution was exactly, but I think it was something to do with the fuel pump or fuel line.

[terr]

Hi Just wondering if your problem was resolved. I have the same problem.

Jan Soer wrote:

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Yes very similar problems. Brand new Vitara started squeeking and was told by mechanic it is a new hard disck pad that was prescribed by the manufacturer and nothing can be done about it. Now after two major services and still no joy I am going to take action.Will contact Suzuki headoffice and demand the problem be fixed or they can take their car back.
Cheers,
Jan

[Tiff]

I have a 2006 Grand Vitara as well and my car is squealing among other things does anyone know anymore about this problem? My car also jerks when I am breaking at a normal rate has this happen to anyone else? One more thing does anyone hear a lot of wine as they drive? Like its coming up through the hood(rattling noise). I'm almost at 7000 miles. I have never had so many problems with a car!!!

terr wrote:

Hi Just wondering if your problem was resolved. I have the same problem.<quoted text>

[CHOI OF CEBU]

MY RPM WILL WENT DOWN TO ALMOST ZERO WHENEVER I MAKE A FULL STOP, WHATS THE PROBLEM WITH THIS? I OWN A 1996 VITARA

[Mitchmic]

Hi all.

I have a 94 3 door 1.6 Vitara, its great apart from problems going between the gears?
1st and second are tough, 3rd can be a right pain then 4th and 5th are just awkward. Reverse crunches fairly badly too!

I am sure the box is fine as i have no other problems, no noises, never jumps out of gear and no fluid loss to be honest it drives very well for its age its just this problem with selecting gears :(

Any help advice greatly appreciated.

[William Toledo]

I have a 2002 Grand Vitara. In Jaunaury 2006 I needed to have a front axle seal replaced and the car only had 36,497 miles on it. It was also discovered that my 4 x 4 Acuater needed to be replaced at a cost of $435.00. Neither was covered by the warranty.
Now with 41,500 miles I am told that the front differential needs to be replaced and since I did not have the recommended differential service at 30,000 miles, this repair will not be covered by the warranty. Has anyone else run into these problems?

[Edward]

I have a 2002 xl-7 just had front brake pads replaced because of squealing, now it's worse than ever. Have taken it back twice. anyone have any suggestions?

[Edward]

I am having the same problems too. replaced front pads and it's worse. Did you ever find out an answer

[Drew]

Mixbrix wrote:

With 4000 miles on my 06 Grand Vitara, the rear brakes were squealing. Took it to dealer, was told they had defective brake shoes, and they did a brake job on it. Now, 4000 miles later, rear brake is squealing again. Anybody else have this problem?

No but I do have problems with my transmission....... it pops when you go to shift in and out of park into reverse

[desmond]

i am interested in buying let ma have the price

[HIFI]

I have a 2001 RHD Grand Vitara 2.0 TD (Peugeot engine). Very reliable on and off road. Is anyone aware of a 'repair/workshop' manual preferably in English but maybe in French?

[karen]

I have a 2001 Suzuki Vitara. The lights seem to pulse with the engine rpms. A mechanic at a Suzuki dealer told me that this was just something that this model does. But it's very disconcerting to drive down the highway and notice your headlights pulsing. Sometimes it's a big pulsing, sometimes it's a small, but it's always "in time" with the engine. And it's the entire electrical system as the interior lights pulse along with it. Anyone else have this problem?

[Lancelot]

Hello Vitara owner's I am about to purchase a vitara (my wife) and i see common problems so far. Is this vehicle really worth purchasing? email me at [e-mail]

[Watchout]

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[Watchout]

David Toure wrote:

From: David Toure
Dearest One,
Good day,
I am contacting you to assist me transfer USD $ 9.5 Mllion Dollars( USDM 9.500,000 Dollars ) the money I inherited from my Late Father which he made from the sale of Crude Oil Business for investment in your Company under your Management while I continue my education.I am looking for an account that can accomodate the huge fund in it where i can get a reasonable interest rate along with access to it if needed, I would like a company or Individual whom is reasonably and also business incline in your country.
Many thanks to you if you can help me as I would compensate you with a good percentage of the money which is negotiable after the money has been successfully moved into your account.
I am waiting for your urgent reply in my private email address as written below.
([e-mail])
Thanks and God Bless you as I wait for your urgent reply for more details.
Yours Respectfully,
David Toure.

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[Jason]

I'm planning to buy the new 2007 suzuki (4cylndr/ 2door) model. Am I doing the right thing? Please advice!

[phil]

HIFI wrote:

I have a 2001 RHD Grand Vitara 2.0 TD (Peugeot engine). Very reliable on and off road. Is anyone aware of a 'repair/workshop' manual preferably in English but maybe in French?

Hi check out EBay, workshop manual on cd rom £4.99.