2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara acceleration problems

10 complaints (12% of all complaints for this car).

owner complaints: 10
of this car's complaints: 12%
crashes: 0
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Linkages
2
Cables
2
Cruise control
1
Accelerator pedal
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Suzuki Grand Vitara acceleration problems in other years

Related recalls

Vehicle speed control: cablesReported December 5, 2003 · 196,876 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
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.
Remedy: 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.

Recall number 03V512000 · Recall details

What 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Dec 20, 2005 · Acceleration · 84,122 miles · SD · fire

Dt: the contact stated while driving a fire started under the hood. Pulled the vehicle over and the fire department was called to extinguish the fire. A fire report was taken. The vehicle was towed to the dealership and they determined the fire started in the cruise control. The vehicle was totaled. Prior to the fire the vehicle had cruise control problems. When driving on a steep hill the cruise control deactivated. Vehicle was taken to the dealership multiple times and they made several repairs to the cruise control. *ak updated 2/7/2006 -

Filed Jul 6, 2004 · Acceleration · CA

When accelerating consumer heard a noise coming from the vehicle.

Filed May 10, 2004 · Acceleration · 70,000 miles · PR

The consumer has been on a waiting list for two months for parts to get to the dealership. The dealer claimed there was a six hundred person waiting list for the recall.

Filed Apr 27, 2004 · Acceleration · PR

Consumer received on january 7, 2004 the federal safety agency recall 03v512000 regarding accelerator cable casing cap that was attached to the vehicle firewall could crack due to extended exposure to forces from the accelerator cable. Dealership still did not have the parts available to conduct recall repairs. Dealership stated there were no parts in available in puerto rico.

Filed Feb 23, 2004 · Acceleration, Brakes · 60,723 miles · SC

The vehicle accelerated suddenly on an expressway exit ramp and when attempting to brake the vehicle spun out of control. (nar) *la there were no injuries and no other vehicle were involved. The pressure applied tot he brakes to avoid the collision damaged them and the consumer had them replaced immediately. This was not he first time the vehicle had accelerated suddenly. The consumer had several mechanics look at the vehicle but none of them were able to find a problem. The consumer would like to be reimbursed for the expenses incurred for repairing the brake and accelerator.

Filed Feb 23, 2004 · Acceleration · PR

While driving at 50 MPH vehicle suddenly accelerated. Consumer was able to pull the vehicle out of the road and turn off the engine.

Filed Jan 29, 2004 · Acceleration, Fuel system · 19,000 miles · MA

While traveling at any speed and without prior warning a fuel smell was coming though the vents. This happened only in cold weather. Dealer inspected the vehicle several times, and could not duplicate or correct the problem while it was on warranty. As soon the warranty expired dealer replaced, at owner expense of $680.00, the throttle cable and the gas filter.

Filed Jan 23, 2004 · Acceleration · NJ

Without warning, the accelerator pedal stuck to the floor while driving 22 MPH. Please provide any further details.

Filed Jun 13, 2002 · Acceleration · NJ

While driving 65 MPH consumer applied brakes and vehicle did not slow down. Consumer then applied emergency brake, did not slow vehicle. Engine kept revving. Consumer then shifted to park and shut off engine. Vehicle is at dealership at this time.

Filed Jun 18, 2001 · Acceleration · NC

At any speed throttle cable is hanging and is hard to mash. Dealer sprayed cable, but defect is still occurring. Dealer cannot determine cause. Please provide further information.

Questions about the 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara acceleration

Does the 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara have acceleration problems?

Owners have filed 10 complaints about the acceleration of the 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara, 12% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara acceleration problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara acceleration?

Yes, 1 recall: 03V512000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Suzuki Grand Vitara have the most acceleration problems?

The Suzuki Grand Vitara model years with the most acceleration complaints are 2002 (16 complaints), 2003 (12 complaints) and 1999 (10 complaints).