Tl* the contact owns a 2003 suzuki vitara. The contact stated that the front end of the vehicle was rusted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and provided no assistance because of the vehicle mileage. The failure mileage was 160,000.
The worst 2003 Suzuki Vitara problems
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Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2003 Suzuki Vitara 2
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2003 Suzuki 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4‑cyl | RWD | 20 | 23-24 | 21-22 |
| 2.0L 4‑cyl | 4WD | 20 | 23 | 21 |
What 2003 Suzuki Vitara owners say
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Questions about the 2003 Suzuki Vitara
Is the 2003 Suzuki Vitara reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2003 Suzuki Vitara, close to a typical Vitara model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Suzuki Vitara?
Body and structure, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2003 Suzuki Vitara have?
No recalls on record.
What gas mileage does the 2003 Suzuki Vitara get?
Official estimates for the 2003 Suzuki Vitara range from 21 to 22 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.0L 4-cyl, RWD) gets 20 city and 23-24 highway.
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