Two problems related to front seat belt retractor have been reported for the 1999 Suzuki Grand Vitara. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Front passenger seat belt does not release properly, dealer has repaired and replaced it, however it still does not work properly.
Airbag - when it's below 40 degrees outside the airbag light stays on. Windshield - makes a howling noise when speed exceeds 80 mph. Passenger seatbelt - will not release when someone is sitting in the seat. Air condition - you have to constantly press the a/c switch and it will eventually activate. Air conditioner - the fresh air/recirculation lever does not stay on recirculate, it moves by itself back to fresh air. Front axle - the 4wd always pops back into 2wd all by itself. The axle leaks constanly. It's been replaced twice within 10000 miles.
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