Engine And Engine Cooling Problems of Suzuki Grand Vitara

The contact owns a 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the instrument cluster turned off inadvertently. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the instrument cluster later turned on but then turned off again erroneously. The contact stated that the failure recurred several times that day. The vehicle was taken to a local pep boys where the driver's side wheel speed sensor was replaced; however, the failure reoccurred while driving. Additionally, the check engine, abs, and the electronic stability control warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken back to a local pep boys where it was diagnosed that the instrument cluster needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to an unknown dealer for assistance. The dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that they only performed recall repairs. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 194,000.

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Takata recall while I was driving the car on the highway suddenly starts overheating without any warning and it has happened once a year within the last two years.

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Tl-the contact owns a 2007 Suzuki vitara. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, the check engine warning indicator illuminated and the vehicle lost speed. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer or an independent mechanic for a diagnosis. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 122,000. Bp.

When car was initially started, after few minutes of warm up time, heat was activated and no heat was dispersed. Began driving, despite no heat. Within 1 mile traveling less that 15 mph, the temparature gage increased to the highest level, still without heat in car. (picture 1) as speed increased, temperature gage rapidly fluctuated and esp warning lights illuminated on dash. (picture 2) pulled off highway immediately following warning lights, engine found to be smoking. Diagnosed with engine crack. , crack sealed for temporary function, within days of seal, same symptoms as previously stated, but total system shut down following esp warning lights. Acceleration halted, power steering went out and brakes difficult to work. After sitting off, car unable to start.

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There is a engine knock while vehicle is in neutral or park. Took it to the dealer service department. They think it might be a lower motor issue. Vehicle only has 21000 miles on it.

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The contact owns a 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. The contact stated that while driving at unknown speeds and pulling out of the driveway, the steering wheel became very hard to turn and the vehicle almost turned over when the brake was applied. The contact also stated that the vehicle proceeded to accelerate while the brakes were engaged. The vehicle was steered into the bushes to avoid a crash and was then shutdown with the keys. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was found that the throttle body had failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 78,400. Updated 04/02/lj the consumer stated she was arrested because of this event. Updated 04/18/2013.

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Tl-the contact owns a 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. The contact stated the both the driver and passenger head lights continue to malfunction. The contact stated the both headlights had to be replaced ten times. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer for a diagnostic test. The dealer stated they could not find an issue with the headlight unit. The contact also stated the blower to the defroster also malfunctioned. The failure mileage was 110,000. Jo.

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Leak in ac condenser found to be a common problem, leak in same location on several vehicles. Pull to right while driving that alighnment cant fix, similar problems reported by other owners. Premature wear and vibration of front brakes similar to complaints of other owners. No offer to replace failing condenser by dealer who told me about problem with other condensers they knew about. Can not find any contact info on Suzuki motors site to complain.

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A burning odor in the car for over a year. Have taken it to dealership twice. Have spoken with Suzuki company who has told me to continue taking it to dealer. The dealer only steam cleans the engine.