2003 Suzuki Vitara
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.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2003: 1 complaint
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 50 |
| 2000 | 35 |
| 2001 | 27 |
| 2002 | 1 |
| 2003 | 1 |
| 2004 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Structure
1 of 1 total report mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 Suzuki Vitara. The contact stated that the front end of the vehicle was rusted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the frame needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-12-11
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2003 Suzuki Vitara — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2003 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 2003 Suzuki Vitara?
- The most-reported component is structure, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2003 Suzuki Vitara have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.