MYRModel Year Report

1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara

■ Significantly worse — known issue year
1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:53:53.342Z

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
108
Recalls
5

Campaigns on file for 1999

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Fuel system, gasoline

19% of complaints

Complaints per year

1999: 108 complaints 1999 108 2000: 85 complaints 2001: 38 complaints 2001 2002: 47 complaints 2003: 29 complaints 2003 2004: 8 complaints 2005: 1 complaint 2005 2006: 161 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 1999 108 2000: 85 complaints 2000 2001: 38 complaints 2001 2002: 47 complaints 2002 2003: 29 complaints 2003 2004: 8 complaints 2004 2005: 1 complaint 2005 2006: 161 complaints 2006 2007: 58 complaints 2007 2008: 42 complaints 2008 2009: 14 complaints 2009 2010: 20 complaints 2010 2011: 11 complaints 2011 2012: 13 complaints 2012 2013: 4 complaints 2013
1999: 108 complaints 1999 108 2000: 85 complaints 2000 2001: 38 complaints 2001 2002: 47 complaints 2002 2003: 29 complaints 2003 2004: 8 complaints 2004 2005: 1 complaint 2005 2006: 161 complaints 2006 2007: 58 complaints 2007 2008: 42 complaints 2008 2009: 14 complaints 2009 2010: 20 complaints 2010 2011: 11 complaints 2011 2012: 13 complaints 2012 2013: 4 complaints 2013

1999: 108 complaints

View as data table
YearComplaints
1999108
200085
200138
200247
200329
20048
20051
2006161
200758
200842
200914
201020
201111
201213
20134

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Fuel system, gasoline

19% · 21 reports

Most commonly citing fuel injection system and hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.

CRASH

Engine and engine cooling

19% · 20 reports

Most commonly citing manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe and belts and associated pulleys.

FIRE

Service brakes

17% · 18 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASHINJURY

Power train

13% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing manual transmission and column shift.

Show complaint excerpts

The vehicle at highway speeds from 45 to 55 miles per hour will lose complete power dropping from 45 or 55 to 10 or 15 MPH very rapidly when this happens you have no control of acceleration or vehicle till it reaches the 10 to 15 MPH range leaving...

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-02-04

Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system

Vehicle speed control

11% · 12 reports

Most commonly citing cables and accelerator pedal.

CRASHINJURY

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

To check one car, enter its VIN on the NHTSA recall page. Check a VIN →

  1. ▮
    1999Complaint volume 108 complaints filed for this model year.
  2. R
    2000-12-20Wheels00E080000 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.…

    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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  3. R
    2001-06-04Fuel system, gasoline01V146000 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…

    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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  4. R
    2004-01-05Vehicle speed control03V512000 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…

    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.

    Check if this car was fixed →

  5. R
    2004-09-29Fuel system, gasoline04V427000 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…

    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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

  6. R
    2005-11-10Service brakes, hydraulic05V452000 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…

    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…

    Check if this car was fixed →

Buy-smart checklist

1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Fuel system, gasoline: 21 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 20 reports on file for this year.
  • Service brakes: 18 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 00E080000 · Wheels
  • Recall 01V146000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 03V512000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 04V427000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 05V452000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

Other years of this model

See all years ranked →

Best years3 years

Worst years2 years

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, accounting for 19% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.