MYRModel Year Report

2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara

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2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:01:26.997Z

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict.

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.

Only 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Suzuki Grand Vitara Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2005 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
2005: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
1999108
200085
200138
200247
200329
20048
20051
2006160
200758
200842
200914
201020
201111
201213
20134

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

1 of 1 total report mentions: latches/locks/linkages.

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MY WIFE HAD JUST STEPPED OUT OF THE VEHICLE AFTER PUTTING THE KEYS IN THE IGNITION AND WALKED INSIDE TO GRAB SOMETHING FROM HER PARENT'S HOUSE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060815

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 1 total report mentions: electrical system.

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MY WIFE HAD JUST STEPPED OUT OF THE VEHICLE AFTER PUTTING THE KEYS IN THE IGNITION AND WALKED INSIDE TO GRAB SOMETHING FROM HER PARENT'S HOUSE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20060815

SAFETY TIMELINE

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

2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for latches/locks/linkages issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • 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 ■ 1999 ◆ 2000

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FAQ

Is the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara?

The most-reported component is latches/locks/linkages:doors:latch, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

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