I see there is a recall on the 2013 suzuki grand viatara for "power train recall". However, when I put my VIN in the system, it says it can't pull it up. I am entering the VIN correctly. What do I do next?
The worst 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Airbags2
- Transmission2
- Electrical1
- Fuel system1
Problems by type
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- Airbags2
- Transmission2
- Electrical1
- Fuel system1
Recalls 2
Air bags: sensor: occupant classification
- What is wrong
- Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kizashi and 2006-2013 Grand Vitara vehicles. The front passenger leather seat may shrink due to high humidity and high temperature. As a result, the occupant classification system (OCS) sensor mat may not accurately detect if an adult or child is occupying the seat.
- Risk
- In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, an incorrect classification may result in the passenger frontal air bag deploying even if there is a child in the front passenger seat, increasing their risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat bottom cushion, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2019. All second letters notifying owners of the remedy were mailed by April 10, 2020. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1‑800‑934‑0934. Suzuki's numbers for this recall are 4011 and 4012.
Recall number 19V187000 · Recall details
Power train: manual transmission
- What is wrong
- Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Grand Vitara vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The gear shift rear shaft on these vehicles may break, preventing the gears from being able to be changed.
- Risk
- If the transmission cannot be shifted, it can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the gear shift rear shaft, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1‑800‑934‑0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is VZ.
Recall number 17V085000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara 2
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
2013 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4‑cyl | RWD | 19 | 24-25 | 21-22 |
| 2.4L 4‑cyl | 4WD | 19 | 23 | 20 |
What 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The vitara has recalls for both my issues but only until 2011 mine is 2013 and has the same issues as previous models did. I moved from hot weather state to cold weather and when winter arrived, the airbag light turned on and now the car takes very long to start. Apparently previous models had airbag sensors issues in cold weather and the fuel injection system as well. I don't understand why they did not do recalls for my model as well since these issues started as soon as winter arrived. These are very serious issues for a vehicle to have.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 suzuki grand vitara. The contact stated that the air bag warning indicator illuminated approximately five months ago. The contact drove the vehicle to suzuki del caribe in carolina, puerto rico where it was diagnosed that the sensor on the passenger side seat was faulty and needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 50,827.
Got a letter about a recall on the trans. Shifter shaft. It said parts are now available so I called my local service provider at 828‑485‑0002 -this was 6 1/2 weeks ago and was told they didn't have the parts yet and would call me when they got them. They say they still don't have them? Are they stalling or just not want to do warranty work because it pays less? The letter said it could cause an accident. I have had the letter for 2 1/2 months but was in florida for the winter and drove it very little there- hauled it back in a trailer- and still avoid driving it untill we get it fixed. What can I do?
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Questions about the 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Is the 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara reliable?
Owners have filed 4 complaints about the 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara, fewer than a typical Grand Vitara model year.
What is the 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara year score?
The 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara scores 93 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 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara?
Airbags, with 2 complaints. Next is transmission (2).
How many recalls does the 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara have?
2 recalls, covering air bags and power train.
Was there a recall on the 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara airbags?
Yes, 1 recall: 19V187000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Suzuki Grand Vitara have bad airbags?
The Suzuki Grand Vitara model years with the most airbags complaints are 2006 (50 complaints), 2007 (19 complaints) and 1999 (12 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara get?
Official estimates for the 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara range from 20 to 22 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.4L 4-cyl, RWD) gets 19 city and 24-25 highway.
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