Front Air Bag problems of the 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Three problems related to front air bag have been reported for the 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Front Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 06/02/2001

Totaled the truckin a role over, no airbags deployed.

2 Front Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 12/13/2000

Consumer was traveling 35mph on interstate and there was snow on ground. Another vehicle veered into consumer's vehicle because other vehicle had lost control. Driver applied brakes and turned wheel to left. To avoid hitting other vehicle, driver hydroplaned, and vehicle hit meridian strip hard. Upon impact, airbags didn't deploy. Consumer sustained injuries. Dealership was contacted.

3 Front Air Bag problem

Failure Date: 04/29/2000

Driving southbound through intersection & another vehicle made left turn in front. Applied brakes suddenly but hit driver's side. Upon impact, neither air bags deployed. Passenger went through windshield & sustained injuries. Also, driver suffered injuries. Had emergency room treatment.


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