Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 years to avoid
No model year of the Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 stands out with more than twice its typical number of complaints.
Best Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 years
Not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 complaints by model year
Owner complaints by model year. Newer years have had less time on the road, so expect them to grow.
Most common Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 problems
All model years combined.
- Airbags15
- Electrical11
- Engine10
- Acceleration10
- Tires9
- Brakes6
- Transmission5
- Suspension5
- Visibility3
- Seat belts3
- Fuel system3
- Lights2
Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 problems year by year
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| Year | Score | Complaints | Top problem | Typical mileage | Recalls | Crashes | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 94 | 2 | Airbags | 0 | 0 | ||
| 2004 | 70 | 17 | Airbags | 60,000 | 1 | 1 | |
| 2003 | 72 | 13 | Brakes | 15,000 | 3 | 4 | |
| 2002 | 55 | 26 | Tires | 20,100 | 2 | 3 | |
| 2001 | 75 | 15 | Engine | 52,000 | 1 | 0 |
Recalls 3
Questions about the Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7
What years of the Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 should you avoid?
No single model year of the Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 has more than twice its typical number of owner complaints.
What is the best year for a used Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7?
There are not enough model years on the road yet to compare.
What is the most common problem with the Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7?
Airbags, with 15 complaints across all years, followed by electrical (11) and engine (10).
How many recalls does the Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 have?
3 recalls between 2001 and 2005. The 2003 model year has the most, with 3.
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