2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara electrical complaints

Filed Jun 21, 2011 · Airbags, Electrical · 67,112 miles · FL

After noticing that the airbag light which monitors inflators, crash sensors, seat belt pretension, the front passenger sensing system, and corresponding electrical circuits stayed on after starting the car, I took it to the suzuki dealer. After they inspected it, they told me that the problem was a sensor in the driver seat. He told me me that the sensor was inside the drivers seat and that the drivers seat with the sensor inside would cost $1,984.42 plus labor. I contacted the suzuki main offices in brea, ca who offered to replace the whole assembly at a cost to me for a total of $300. I don't think I should pay for that since it is a manufacturer's defect and the differences in price between the dealer and the manufacturer means that they own the responsibility. I am now driving with the sensor light on and the airbag may or may not deploy because of this. 06/

Filed Oct 13, 2007 · Electrical · 3,700 miles · NY

Vehicle purchased new in july 2007 would not start on two occasions in sept 2007 (mileage 3,700 first occasion and 3,924 second occasion). Suzuki sent someone to jump the car on sept 19th 2007, and towed it on sept 24 2007, the dealer took eight days to replace battery and alternator .