MYRModel Year Report

2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara

▲ Better than typical
2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara
RENDERED 2026-11-01T13:50:28.833Z

This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than 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
38
Recalls
6

Campaigns on file for 2001

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Vehicle speed control

24% of complaints

Complaints per year

1999: 108 complaints 1999 2000: 85 complaints 2001: 38 complaints 2001 38 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 2000: 85 complaints 2000 2001: 38 complaints 2001 38 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 2000: 85 complaints 2000 2001: 38 complaints 2001 38 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

2001: 38 complaints

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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.

Vehicle speed control

24% · 9 reports

Most commonly citing accelerator pedal and cables.

CRASH
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Tl* the contact owns a 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds and pulling out of the driveway, the steering wheel became very hard to turn and the vehicle almost turned over when the brake was applied.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-02-08

Also filed under Electrical system and engine

While pulling inside of the car port vehicle accelerated uncontrollable, and hit a brick wall. No injuries reported. Upon impact, both frontal air bags did not deploy.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-11-10

Also filed under Air bags

Engine and engine cooling

18% · 7 reports

Most commonly citing engine and exhaust system.

CRASH
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Nothing but problems and a nightmare to own.. Dealer not sypathetic. No safety defect mentioned.

NHTSA ODI report, 2002-02-12

Air bags

16% · 6 reports

Most commonly citing frontal.

CRASHINJURY
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2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara involved in an accident and none of the air bags deployed. *mr consumer was hit on the rear by another vehicle, which caused consumer to slide and spin.

NHTSA ODI report, 2004-05-12

Consumer was traveling about 50MPH on highway and airbags didn't deploy during a collision. Dealership was aware of problem.

NHTSA ODI report, 2001-08-23

Service brakes

13% · 5 reports

Most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH

Visibility

11% · 4 reports

Most commonly citing defroster/defogger/hvac system and windshield.

Safety timeline

6 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    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…

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    2001-03-26Equipment01V070000 Vehicle description: some sport utility vehicles do not comply with the certain requirements of FMVSS No. 120, "Tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." The…

    Remedy: Dealers will install new labels as well as an update to the owner's manual. Owner notification began March 26, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon…

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    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…

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    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.

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    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…

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    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…

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Buy-smart checklist

2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Vehicle speed control: 9 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine and engine cooling: 7 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 6 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 00E080000 · Wheels
  • Recall 01V070000 · Equipment
  • Recall 01V146000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 03V512000 · Vehicle speed control
  • Recall 04V427000 · Fuel system, gasoline
  • Recall 05V452000 · Service brakes, hydraulic
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

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FAQ

Is the 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 24% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara have?
6 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.