MYRModel Year Report

2001 Suzuki Vitara

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2001 Suzuki Vitara
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:26:05.512Z

Only 27 complaints 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 27 complaints 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 Vitara Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1999: 50 complaints 1999 2000: 35 complaints 2000 2001: 27 complaints 2001 2002: 1 complaints 2002 2003: 1 complaints 2003 2004: 1 complaints 2004
2001: 27 complaints
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YearComplaints
199950
200035
200127
20021
20031
20041

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 27 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

4 of 27 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

FIRE
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RENTAL FROM DOLLAR RENTAL, RETURNED IT TO BOSTON LOGAN AIRPORT. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH CONSUMER NOTICED FLAMES COMING FROM BOTTOM OF VEHICLE, VEHICLE HAD BLOWN AN OIL LINE, OIL DRIPPED ON HOT EXHAUST AND IGNITED. *AK

NHTSA ODI report, 20010510

SUSPENSION

3 of 27 total reports mention: suspension.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

3 of 27 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2 of 27 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.

CRASH
STRUCTURE

2 of 27 total reports mention: structure.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20090511 — exterior lighting

SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONF

Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.

Campaign 09E012000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 Suzuki Vitara — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (4 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 09E012000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2001 Suzuki 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 2001 Suzuki Vitara?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling:engine, accounting for 15% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 Suzuki 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.