My wife had just stepped out of the vehicle after putting the keys in the ignition and walked inside to grab something from her parent's house. When she returned the doors had automatically locked her out, she had to call a friend to bring an extra key. Luckily she didn't have our daughter with her or she would have been locked inside. We just figured it was an automatic anti-theft program, but didn't realize others were having problems. From now on, we just make sure we have the keys on us, or roll the window if the vehicle is still running when you step out of it even just for a second.
The worst 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Electrical1
- Locks1
Problems by type
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- Electrical1
- Locks1
Recalls 1
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: disc: rotor
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- The front brakes may become inoperative and the vehicle may pull to one side. This could result in a crash without prior warning.
- Remedy
- 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.
Recall number 05V452000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 10
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Reminder of the importance to conduct safety inspections for rust damage to suspension and related parts...
- This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile...
- Suzuki: warranty extension for 'air bag' warning light illumination
- Service manual update
- Tire pressure specification change
- Malfunction indicator lamp on; diagnostic trouble code P0456 (evaporative emission system leak detected). tt
- ECM reprogramming for poor cold start
- Modification of main bearing oil clearance and the bearing selection procedure
- Service manual update, a/c wiring diagram correction grand vitara SQ625W/XL-7 JA627 sc
- Modification of main bearing oil clearance and the bearing selection procedure
2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 6‑cyl | RWD | 17 | 20-21 | 18 |
| 2.7L 6‑cyl | RWD | 15-16 | 20-21 | 17-18 |
| 2.5L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 17 | 20 | 18 |
| 2.7L 6‑cyl | 4WD | 15 | 20 | 17 |
What 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
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Questions about the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Is the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara, fewer than a typical Grand Vitara model year.
What is the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara year score?
The 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara scores 95 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Suzuki Grand Vitara: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint. Next is locks (1).
How many recalls does the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara have?
1 recall, covering service brakes, hydraulic.
What year does the Suzuki Grand Vitara have the most electrical problems?
The Suzuki Grand Vitara model years with the most electrical complaints are 2006 (26 complaints), 2007 (12 complaints) and 2008 (10 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara get?
Official estimates for the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara range from 17 to 18 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.5L 6-cyl, RWD) gets 17 city and 20-21 highway.
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