MYRModel Year Report

1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:43:30.749Z

This year had more than double the complaints of this model's typical year.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Suzuki Grand Vitara Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 1999 highlighted. 1999: 108 complaints 1999 2000: 85 complaints 2001: 38 complaints 2001 2002: 47 complaints 2003: 29 complaints 2003 2004: 8 complaints 2005: 1 complaints 2005 2006: 160 complaints 2007: 58 complaints 2007 2008: 42 complaints 2009: 14 complaints 2009 2010: 20 complaints 2011: 11 complaints 2011 2012: 13 complaints 2013: 4 complaints 2013
1999: 108 complaints
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YearComplaints
1999108
200085
200138
200247
200329
20048
20051
2006160
200758
200842
200914
201020
201111
201213
20134

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 6%

6% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 7 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 6%

6% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 7 distinct reports on file.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 6%

6% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 6 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 6%

6% of complaints: service brakes, hydraulic — 6 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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TIRES ARE TOO SMALL AND TREAD IS INADEQUATE FOR INCLEMENT DRIVING CONDITIONS, BRAKES LOCK UP TOO QUICKLY, CAUSING THE FRONT END TO DIP FOWARD, RESULTING IN LOSS OF CONTROL. *AK( DOT NUMBER: DMA518 TIRE SIZE: P235/R16 )

NHTSA ODI report, 20000222

EQUIPMENT 6%

6% of complaints: equipment — 6 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

▮ 1999 — complaint volume: 108
R 20001220 — wheels

EQUIPMENT DESCRIPTION: STEEL REPLACEMENT WHEELS, PART NO. 4310-665D21-27S, USED FOR SPARE PARTS ON 1999-2001 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA AND 2001 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA XL-7 MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES. TH

Remedy: DEALERS WERE NOTIFIED TO REMOVE ANY OF THESE AFFECTED WHEELS FROM THE STOCK INVENTORY AND RETURN TO AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR COMPANY. SUZUKI WILL NOTIFY ANY END USERS WHICH PURCHASED THE REPLACEMENT W

Campaign 00E080000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20010604 — fuel system, gasoline

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES. UNDER TEMPERATURES BELOW -25 DEGREES, MOISTURE CAN FREEZE IN THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR. FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE COULD INCREASE AT THE TIME OF ENGINE STAR

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A REDESIGNED INTAKE MANIFOLD VACUUM UNION AND A NEW FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JUNE 4, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN

Campaign 01V146000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20040105 — vehicle speed control

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 LO

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 03V512000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20040929 — fuel system, gasoline

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, UNDER AMBIENT TEMPERATURES BELOW -25 DEGREES CELSIUS, MOISTURE CAN FREEZE IN THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR. AS A RESULT, FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE MAY INCREASE AT THE TIME OF

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR, THE FUEL DELIVER HOSE AND REPLACE THE HOSE CLAMP WITH AN IMPROVED CLAMP. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-8

Campaign 04V427000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20051110 — service brakes, hydraulic

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

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

Campaign 05V452000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (7 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 00E080000 (wheels) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 01V146000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 03V512000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 04V427000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 05V452000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2001 ▲ 2008 ▲ 2002

WORST YEARS

■ 2006 ◆ 2000 ● 2007

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FAQ

Is the 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara is rated "significantly worse".

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara?

The most-reported component is fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system, accounting for 6% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara have?

5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.