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2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 38 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara, most often about the speed control (24% of complaints, typically around 45,500 miles). It is 6th of 14 Grand Vitara model years by number of complaints and has 5 recalls.
Most common 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara problems
Speed control
9 complaints · 24%Half of these problems showed up before 45,500 miles. Parts named most often: accelerator pedal, cables.
Consumer received a recall letter regarding the accelerator cable casing cap . Dealership did not have the parts available to conduct recall repairs. Also, there were not parts available in puerto rico.
Consumer received a recall letter regarding the accelerator cable casing cap on february 2, 2003. Dealership did not have the parts available to conduct recall repairs. Also, there were no parts available in puerto rico.
Engine
8 complaints · 21%Parts named most often: engine, exhaust system.
I purchased a 2001 Suzuki grand vitarta with 8000 miles. At 24,500 miles the engine began to have noise. Took to dealer who stated it was timing chin tensioner. They replaced 2 tensioners at the dealers expense. I have put an additional 5000 miles on the car and the problem seems to be back. I have researched the…
The contact owns a 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds and pulling out of the driveway, the steering wheel became very hard to turn and the vehicle almost turned over when the brake was applied. The contact also stated that the vehicle proceeded to accelerate while the…
Air bags
6 complaints · 16%Parts named most often: frontal.
The contact owns a 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. The contact was traveling approximately 35 MPH and crashed into another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy until moments after impact. The passenger was propelled into the windshield and sustained injuries to the knee, fingers and face. The contact sustained injuries to…
The contact owns a 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. The contact stated that while driving 35 MPH, he crashed into another vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy until after impact. The contact sustained injuries to the chest and sternum while the passenger sustained a facial injury from striking the windshield. The contact…
Brakes
5 complaints · 13%Parts named most often: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip.
The contact owns a 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds and pulling out of the driveway, the steering wheel became very hard to turn and the vehicle almost turned over when the brake was applied. The contact also stated that the vehicle proceeded to accelerate while the…
My car was called back years ago but never serviced . They said they'd call never did. Now I'm expieriencing problems vith my car. It has been an excellent car and wouldn't trade it for anything. It's a 2001 Grand Vitara standard and it cranks but won't start. It's happend before. My gas peddle goes all the way on the…
Suspension
4 complaints · 11%Parts named most often: front.
Driveline vibration at over 57 MPH. 24,000 miles. Dealer says there is nothing wrong, its normal for that vehicle! Looking at it on lift for a hour, checked tire pressure, says everything is normal. There is a droning type noise definitely driveline related, any passenger with their eyes closed can tell when you are…
Visibility and wipers
4 complaints · 11%Parts named most often: defroster/defogger/hvac system, windshield, power window devices and controls.
Fuel system
3 complaints · 8%Parts named most often: delivery.
My car was called back years ago but never serviced . They said they'd call never did. Now I'm expieriencing problems vith my car. It has been an excellent car and wouldn't trade it for anything. It's a 2001 Grand Vitara standard and it cranks but won't start. It's happend before. My gas peddle goes all the way on the…
Transmission
3 complaints · 8%Parts named most often: driveline, automatic transmission.
Driveline vibration at over 57 MPH. 24,000 miles. Dealer says there is nothing wrong, its normal for that vehicle! Looking at it on lift for a hour, checked tire pressure, says everything is normal. There is a droning type noise definitely driveline related, any passenger with their eyes closed can tell when you are…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara recalls
Brakes: rotor
Risk: The front brakes may become inoperative and the vehicle may pull to one side. This could result in a crash without prior warning.
Fix: 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.
Full defect 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.
Fuel system: fuel system, gasoline
Risk: Fuel loss in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: 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.
Full defect 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.
Speed control: cables
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
Full defect 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.
Fuel system: fuel injection system
Risk: Fuel loss in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will install a redesigned intake manifold vacuum union and a new fuel pressure regulator. Owner notification began june 4, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.
Full defect summary
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. Under temperatures below -25 degrees, moisture can freeze in the fuel pressure regulator. Fuel system pressure could increase at the time of engine start up, causing fuel loss at the fuel pipe/fuel hose connection.
Equipment: labels
Risk: The label may not be fully understood by some customers.
Fix: Dealers will install new labels as well as an update to the owner's manual. Owner notification began march 26, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.
Full defect summary
Vehicle description: some sport utility vehicles do not comply with the certain requirements of fmvss no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." the presentation of some of the information on the tire information label deviates from the format set forth in the standard and the label may not be "permanently affixed" as required by the standard.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara
- What are the most common problems with the 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: speed control (9 complaints, typically around 45,500 miles); engine (8 complaints); air bags (6 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara have?
- 5 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from October 5, 2005 (brakes). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2001 a bad year for the Suzuki Grand Vitara?
- It is 6th of 14 Grand Vitara model years by number of complaints, with 38 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.