general problems of the 1999 Suzuki Vitara

Nine problems related to suspension have been reported for the 1999 Suzuki Vitara. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 08/16/2008

Front suspension crossmember has rusted through on my 1999 Suzuki Vitara. The Chevrolet tracker, which is the same car has had a safety recall due to this issue. This poses a significant safety concern!.

2 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 03/06/2004

1999 Vitara has loud vibration between 55 to 65 mph. Have to drive below or above mph range to stop vibration. Safety issue. Numerous other complaints on file. Feel investigation is warranted.

3 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 04/01/2001

Vehicle swerves at any speed, it's difficult to control vehicle, alignments have been done and tires were replaced, however did not remedy the problem.

4 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 07/25/1999

While driving motorcycle would drift right like its steering by itself. Would hit bumps or rough patch in road & lose control. Will be taking vehicle to dealer to check.

5 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 07/09/1999

Intense vibration/shaking at 60 mph and over, loud engine noise when in gear,.

6 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 07/09/1999

Severe shake/vibration at speeds in excess of 65 mph, feel a loss of control. When stopped noise in drive but not park.

7 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 04/16/1999

Driving at highway speeds (60 mph or more) intense vibration is felt. It makes me feel as if I am out of control. I test drove another one that did the same thing and foolishly thought it was just that one. I am returning the vehicle to be looked at. The service person told me others have been coming back with the same problem. When I asked what the problem turned out to be she wouldn't tell me ! something fishy going on here.

8 Suspension problem

Vehicle makes a very loud noise when going above 60 mph and there is some vibration. Dealer hs been contacted.

9 Suspension problem

With one or two windows opened, and in 2nd through 5th gear, vehicle will shake/vibrate excessively which could cause loss of control.


Other Suspension related problems of the 1999 Suzuki Vitara

Suspension problems
9
Front Suspension problems
6

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