CarRecallWatchThe 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 42 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 3 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Exterior Lighting (20 reports).
2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara recalls
Passenger Airbag May Fail to Turn Off for a Child
The front passenger seat leather can shrink in high heat and humidity, which can disrupt the occupant classification sensor mat.
Most common 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara problems
Problem areas named in the 42 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 20 |
| Air Bags | 12 |
| Electrical System | 10 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 |
| Seat Belts | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
What owners report
While stopped at traffic light at idle, I can hear a knocking noise in the engine compartment. Took it to my mechanic, and believe it is coming from the lower engine. He removed the oil pan and found that the rod and crankshaft bearing has movement. The car is 2008 and only has 36,000 miles.
The Air Bag Light remain on . The vehicle was checked in a scanner and the codes B1312 and B1319 where found..I want to know if are recalls for this car. If yes What dealer in Puerto Rico can repair it.
I received 3 urgent letters telling me my2008 suzuki grand vitara has an airbag recall passenger side and needed to be repaired right away. But SUZUKI only has a few dealers left and none close to me so I have to drive my children in this unsafe car. So I called the dealer and they said I have to drop my car off 3 hours away and leave it for however long it takes to be repaired. And they said they have no loaner cars. They said for me to.go rent a car and then I can get reimbursed but I cannot do that I don't have the credit card neede to rent a car so I'm forced to drive this car I'm a single mom and disabled. I cannot go one hour without my car. But the recall is not being repaired becaus
MY 2008 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA HAS A BAD RIGHT SIDE SEAT CUSHION OPEN CIRCUIT AND NEEDS THE SEAT CUSHION REPLACED. ISN'T THIS COVERED BY NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V405000, AND WHY HAVEN'T I BEEN NOTIFIED OF THE RECALL? HOW DO I GET THIS ISSUE TAKEN CARE OF NOW THAT THERE IS NO LONGER AN AMERICAN SUZUKI DEALER?
MY SUZUKI GRAND VITARA IS A 2007. BOUGHT NEW. I DIDN'T HAVE TROUBLE WITH THE LIGHTING UNTIL AFTER THE WARRANTY HAD RUN OUT.THEN I HAD PROBLEMS WITH THE BULBS BURNING OUT, BUT ONLY ONE AT A TIME SEVERAL MONTHS APART. THIS HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR SEVERAL YEARS. NOW I CARRY SPARE BULBS FOR HIGH AND LOW BEAMS, THAT IS A VERY EXPENSIVE WHEN IT HAS 2 BE DINE 2 OR THREE TIMES A YEAR. THEN ABOUT 2 YEARS AGO I STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS WITH LEVER AND KNOB THAT CHANGES THE LIGHT FUNCTION SETTING SETTINGS EVEN TO THE POINT OF BEING STOP BY HIGHWAY PATROL OFFICERS STOPPING ME BECAUSE I HAD NO TAIL LIGHTS BUT MANAGED TO PLAY WITH THE SETTINGS KNOB TO GET THEM WORKING. I'VE HAD NO OTHER PROBLEMS WITH THIS CA
2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara questions
Does the 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara: Passenger Airbag May Fail to Turn Off for a Child; Air Bags. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara?
Based on 42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Exterior Lighting (20), Air Bags (12), Electrical System (10).
How do I check if a recall on my 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.