Suzuki Grand Vitara 2004
Model Grand Vitara made in 2004 by Suzuki got 8 consumer complains there are 2 recalls as well as 8 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to air bags, digital instrument panel and power train. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and equipment. There were some recalls concerningservice brakes, hydraulic, vehicle speed control. The car has 2 modeles with engines 2.5, 2.7.
Model 2004
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | R | 19/22/20 | 20.9/28.4/23.7187 | Regular | 1050 | SPEC PURP VEH - S.U.V. - 2WD | |
| 2.5 | 6 | Manual, 5 gears | R | 19/22/20 | 20.6/28.5/23.5358 | Regular | 1050 | SPEC PURP VEH - S.U.V. - 2WD | |
| 2.5 | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 4 gears | 4 | 19/22/20 | 20.6/28.2/23.4431 | Regular | 1050 | SPEC PURP VEH - S.U.V. - 4WD | |
| 2.5 | 6 | Manual, 5 gears | 4 | 19/22/20 | 20.7/28.4/23.5765 | Regular | 1050 | SPEC PURP VEH - S.U.V. - 4WD | |
| 2.7 | 6 | Lockup/automatic, 5 gears | 4 | 17/22/19 | 19.2/28.3/22.4483 | Regular | 1105 | SPEC PURP VEH - S.U.V. - 4WD | |
| 2.7 | 6 | Manual, 5 gears | 4 | 17/22/19 | 19/27.6/22.0986 | Regular | 1105 | SPEC PURP VEH - S.U.V. - 4WD |
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | ||||||||||||||||
| 05V452000 | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | from 02/01/1998 to 08/31/2005 | V (Vehicle) | 801 | 11/10/2005 | MFR | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | 10/05/2005 | 10/05/2005 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The front brakes may become inoperative and the vehicle may pull to one side. this could result in a crash without prior warning. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Suzuki recall no. 99-hq.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CABLES | ||||||||||||||||
| 03V512000 | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | from 07/01/1998 to 06/30/2003 | V (Vehicle) | 196876 | 01/05/2004 | MFR | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | 12/05/2003 | 12/11/2003 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | 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. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Suzuki recall no. em.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| 0212144R | 10019169 | Airbag light on and clock/temp display flashes. *tt | 02/15/2006 | ||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||||
| 1511075 | 1512025 | 10018528 | Ecm reprogramming for poor cold start. *tt | 01/05/2006 | |
| 1405175 | 10015910 | Modification of main bearing oil clearance and the bearing selection procedure. 1999-2005 suzuki vitara sq420/sq625l, grand vitara sq625w, and xl-7 ja627 *sc | 08/16/2005 | ||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 1410285R | 10017455 | Modification of main bearing oil clearance and the bearing selection procedure. *tt | 11/08/2005 | ||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||||
| 1703296 | 10019614 | Exhaust noise can be heard from under the vehicle. *tt | 04/05/2006 | ||
| EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | |||||
| 1208085 | 10016425 | Service manual update, a/c wiring diagram correction grand vitara sq625w/xl-7 ja627 *sc | 09/12/2005 | ||
| POWER TRAIN - DRIVELINE - DIFFERENTIAL UNIT | |||||
| 0707037 | 10022373 | Service manual update. differential carrier, differential cover, and differential bolts have been modified. *kb | 08/09/2007 | ||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | |||||
| 0304214 | 01/01/2004 | 10006727 | Service manual update on the front brake caliper service procedure. *tt | 05/11/2004 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS | |||
| 01/01/2005 | 1 | ||
| Vehicle lost power completely uncontrollable while driving, frontal collision no air bag deployed. *bf the vehicle had come in contact with a tree. this was a recurrent problem. *sc | |||
| DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL | |||
| 11/01/2007 | 15 | 05/01/2005 | |
| 2004 suzuki grand vitara with replacement of multiple safety concerns. consumer states that a seal on the transmission has been replaced 3 times, the shift cables and numerous seals. she stated they finally had to put in a brand new transmission. *kb after the transmission was replaced, the consumer began hearing a roar from the transmission after reaching 50 mph. the dealer replaced another shift cable. a couple of weeks later, the check engine light illuminated,the ac compressor would come on every few seconds and the vehicle just stopped on the highway. there was a horrible whistling sound coming from the windshield. the consumer stated the vehicle has been in the shop 12-15 times for the same problem. *jb | |||
| POWER TRAIN | |||
| 11/01/2007 | 15 | 05/01/2005 | |
| 2004 suzuki grand vitara with replacement of multiple safety concerns. consumer states that a seal on the transmission has been replaced 3 times, the shift cables and numerous seals. she stated they finally had to put in a brand new transmission. *kb after the transmission was replaced, the consumer began hearing a roar from the transmission after reaching 50 mph. the dealer replaced another shift cable. a couple of weeks later, the check engine light illuminated,the ac compressor would come on every few seconds and the vehicle just stopped on the highway. there was a horrible whistling sound coming from the windshield. the consumer stated the vehicle has been in the shop 12-15 times for the same problem. *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 04/15/2005 | 6000 | 1 | 09/15/2004 |
| Dt: consumer noticed a problem with brakes at about 6,000 miles. the emergency brake light came on. dealer would not fix them under warranty. dealer said that brakes went from ten millimeters to four millimeters. accused consumer of riding brakes. consumer said she didn't ride the brakes. she got vehicle with 325 miles on it, and vehicle did not seem to accelerate at the rate it should. consumer believed brakes were somehow engaged and hold it back. c vehicle was involved in an accident on dec. 6, 2004. this hurt the warranty. broome cadilac in missouri stated that the accident had nothing to do with the brake problem.*ak | |||
| STRUCTURE | |||
| 11/01/2007 | 15 | 05/01/2005 | |
| 2004 suzuki grand vitara with replacement of multiple safety concerns. consumer states that a seal on the transmission has been replaced 3 times, the shift cables and numerous seals. she stated they finally had to put in a brand new transmission. *kb after the transmission was replaced, the consumer began hearing a roar from the transmission after reaching 50 mph. the dealer replaced another shift cable. a couple of weeks later, the check engine light illuminated,the ac compressor would come on every few seconds and the vehicle just stopped on the highway. there was a horrible whistling sound coming from the windshield. the consumer stated the vehicle has been in the shop 12-15 times for the same problem. *jb | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - ACCELERATOR PEDAL | |||
| 02/01/2007 | 48000 | 2 | 08/01/2004 |
| My 2004 suzuki grand vitara has a problem with the accelerator getting stuck down. it has happened twice this year (07). i was lucky both times as it happened before i had gotten onto the highway. and no one was hurt either time.i looked up suzuki recalls online and found a recall for my make and model. however, when i called suzuki and a local suzuki dealer, i was told my vin was not on their recall lists. this is a very dangerous problem and should be addressed by the manufacturer. i wonder how many people may have died since 2004 from accidents caused by their accelerator sticking? how many deaths or permanent injuries will it take to convince suzuki that this problem is far more widespread than they thought??? | |||
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL - CABLES | |||
| 03/19/2004 | 3000 | 1 | 10/01/2003 |
| While pulling into the driveway driver depressed the brake pedal and vehicle suddenly accelerated and crashed into the residence. in january 2004 vehicle was repaired under a recall for the throttle cable. *ak *nm | |||
| WHEELS - LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS | |||
| 09/11/2008 | 23000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 suzuki grand vitara. the contact noticed that his vehicle was missing a lug nut on the right rear tire. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and inspected where it was determined that the lug nut sheered off of bolt and the vehicle was repaired at no cost. one year later the contact noticed that the left rear tire lug nut sheered off of the tire; however, a local mechanic stated that the lug nut had not sheered off of the bolt and billed the contact $60.00 to repair the tire . the contact is in the process of notifying the manufacturer. the failure mileage was 23,000 and the current mileage was 29,594. | |||
Car dealers selling
| State | City | Zip | Name | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | PASO ROBLES | 93446 | SAN JUIS BAY MOTORS | |
| MO | BRIDGETON | 63044 | DON SCHUNK CHRYSLER | 314- 291-2050 |
| MO | KANSIS CITY | 6143A | FRANKLINS NATIONAL SUZUKI |