MYRModel Year Report

2004 Suzuki Vitara

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2004 Suzuki Vitara
RENDERED 2026-08-02T12:25:21.151Z

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 Vitara Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2004 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
2004: 1 complaints
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YearComplaints
199950
200035
200127
20021
20031
20041

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

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

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 1 total report mentions: engine and engine cooling.

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DT: THE CALLER SAID VEHICLE WILL NOT START. HE HAS CRANKED IT UNTIL THE BATTERY DIED. HE SAID THAT THERE WAS A BURNING SMELL UNDER THE HOOD. IT STARTED DOING IT A FEW TIMES, AND NOW IT DOES IT ALL THE TIME.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050912

SAFETY TIMELINE

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

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2004 Suzuki Vitara — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 04V427000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2004 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 2004 Suzuki Vitara?

The most-reported component is engine and engine cooling, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2004 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.