10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #2

Jul 212001

Grand Vitara 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Differential unit has been replaced on two different occasions. It has been a month since last replacement, and a 3rd replacement is needed along with a driveshaft replacement. Dealer has recognized defect, but has not provided accurate remedy. Consumer states the vehicle experienced a howling/whistling noise from the rear at speeds between 55 and 65, after the first replacement there was heavy vibration throughout the entire vehicle, another replacement and still no remedy made, dealer has replaced the differential assembly and driveshaft. Latch broke off of the air filter box, dealer replaced the filter box. Consumer states the brake pedal squeaks when being released fast.

- Ypsilanti, MI, USA

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problem #1

Sep 141999

Grand Vitara

  • miles
They had to replace the driveshaft, differential, all four tires, turn drums & rotors and the car still vibrates

- Tampa, FL, USA

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