5.5

fairly significant
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
16,667 miles

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problem #3

Dec 102006

Grand Vitara

  • miles
Noise coming from timing cover. Dealer indicated it was timing chain tensioner. Dealer stated this was a common problem and that there is a technical service bulletin (tsb) concerning this issue. Total cost to remedy the situation was approx $1600. The engine would need to be pulled from vehicle, oil pan, timing cover removed and three chains, and related tensioners replaced (12.5hrs labor). This problem should be covered either in total or partial by manufacturer.

- Lehighton, PA, USA

problem #2

Nov 012004

Grand Vitara

  • 50,000 miles
Owner complaints vibration while braking and premature wear. Number of other problems with this vehicle. The consumer stated that the brakes squeel like nails on a chalkboard. The consumer was told that the rotors were dusty. The vehicle horn started blowing and would not stop. The consumer was told that it was an electrical problem. The fuse was taken out to stop the horn from working. The tail light bulb went out. The consumer heard a ticking noise coming from the vehicle. The consumer noticed smoke coming through the vents on the inside of the vehicle. The temprature gauge went from cold to hot instantly. The vehicle needs new struts.

- Jacksonville, FL, USA

problem #1

Nov 152001

Grand Vitara

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Vehicle has been leaking oil on top off engine, after 2-3 inspections dealer could not find the leak. Oil leak got worse, vehicle lost 3-4 quarts of oil in 50-75 miles. Consumer took vehicle to a second dealer. Dealer determined oil galley plug to be the cause of the leak.

- St. Claire, MI, USA