2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
This year's complaint volume is within 30% 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.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 108 |
| 2000 | 85 |
| 2001 | 38 |
| 2002 | 47 |
| 2003 | 29 |
| 2004 | 8 |
| 2005 | 1 |
| 2006 | 160 |
| 2007 | 58 |
| 2008 | 42 |
| 2009 | 14 |
| 2010 | 20 |
| 2011 | 11 |
| 2012 | 13 |
| 2013 | 4 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
28% of complaints: air bags — 16 distinct reports on file.
CRASH INJURYShow complaint excerpts
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA. THE CONTACT WAS INVOLVED IN A HEAD ON COLLISION AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY.
NHTSA ODI report, 20110518
Seat belt light on for passager side
NHTSA ODI report, 20241226
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 60 MPH, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED.
NHTSA ODI report, 20190808
26% of complaints: exterior lighting — 15 distinct reports on file.
17% of complaints: electrical system — 10 distinct reports on file.
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LOW BEAM HEADLAMPS KEEP BLOWING EVERY 2 MONTHS OR SO, BULB BRAND DOES NOT SEEM TO EFFECT LONGEVITY. IT IS EXTREMELY DANGEROUS WHEN THE BULBS BLOW AND YOU LIVE OUT IN THE COUNTY WHERE IT'S PITCH BLACK AT NIGHT!!!
NHTSA ODI report, 20120623
10% of complaints: tires — 6 distinct reports on file.
9% of complaints: seat belts — 5 distinct reports on file.
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Seat belt light on for passager side
NHTSA ODI report, 20241226
SAFETY TIMELINE
CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 114, 'THEFT PROTECTION. ' THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SELECTOR
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE SHIFT LOCK MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 7, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.
Campaign 07V554000 — check if this car was fixed
Occupant Classification System Failure
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Grand Vitara and 2007-2011 SX4 vehicles.
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners and dealers will replace the front passenger seat cushion assembly (which includes the OCS sensor mat) free of charge. Sufficient quantities of parts are not currently available to fix all of the affected vehicles.
Campaign 13V405000 — check if this car was fixed
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kizashi and 2006-2013 Grand Vitara vehicles. The front passenger leather seat may shrink due to high humidity and high temperature.
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat bottom cushion, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2019. All second letters notifying owners of the remedy were mailed by April 10, 2020.
Campaign 19V187000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for air bags issues (16 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for exterior lighting issues (15 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (10 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 07V554000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 13V405000 (air bags) has been completed.
- Verify recall 19V187000 (air bags, seats) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara is rated "typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara?
The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 28% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara have?
3 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.