Table 1 shows eleven common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. The number one most common problem is related to the engine belts and pulleys (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe (four problems).
While driving engine made loud rattling noise and failed. . Aaa called to tow vehicle. Upon inspection by independent mechanic determined timing chain failed. Was mentioned that this was a common failure with this particular vehicle. Read details...
The engine suddenly started making a loud noise as if the muffler was broken. A mechanic inspected the vehicle and indicated that the exhaust pipe was broken where it comes out from the engine. Mechanic indicz=ated that problem was very common for Suzuki. Read details...
Recall campaign for the Suzuki recommended replacing the 4 oxygen sensors. The 4-wheel drive gear would no longer shift, it was discovered years later that it was not assembled correctly. The consumer had emission problems. Read details...