MYRModel Year Report

2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara

▲ Better than typical
2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara
RENDERED 2026-09-17T02:48:14.664Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Suzuki Grand Vitara Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2002 highlighted. 1999: 108 complaints 1999 2000: 85 complaints 2001: 38 complaints 2001 2002: 47 complaints 2002 2003: 29 complaints 2003 2004: 8 complaints 2005: 1 complaints 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
2002: 47 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 34%

34% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 16 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing cables and accelerator pedal.

CRASH INJURY
SERVICE BRAKES 21%

21% of complaints: service brakes — 10 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing hydraulic.

CRASH
SEAT BELTS 13%

13% of complaints: seat belts — 6 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing rear/other and retractor.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2002 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE MAKING A RIGHT TURN ONTO A BRIDGE DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER CONDITIONS FROM A STOP SIGN, CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE WAS LOST CAUSING A CRASH INTO A CEMENT WALL.

NHTSA ODI report, 20200102

Also filed under AIR BAGS

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE 11%

11% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 5 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing filler pipe and cap and delivery.

SUSPENSION 9%

9% of complaints: suspension — 4 distinct reports on file, most commonly citing front and macpherson strut.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20030708 — visibility

CERTAIN PASSENGER (111 MY 2002 ESTEEM, 777 MY 2002 AERIO, 2,368 MY 2003 AERIO) AND SPORT UTILITY (324 MY 2002 GRAND VITARA, 274 MY 2003 GRAND VITARA, 684 MY 2002 GRAND VITARA XL-7, AND 781 MY 2003 GRA

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THESE VEHICLES. VEHICLES THAT ARE FOUND TO HAVE INSUFFICIENT PAINT ADHESION WILL EITHER HAVE THE PROBLEM REMEDIED BY REPAINTING, OR WILL BE REPLACED, OR REPURCHASED AND DESTROYED

Campaign 03V223000 — 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

2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (16 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (10 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for seat belts issues (6 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 03V223000 (visibility) 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 ● 2007

WORST YEARS

■ 2006 ■ 1999 ◆ 2000

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FAQ

Is the 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara?

The most-reported component is vehicle speed control, accounting for 34% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara have?

4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.