4.1

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
29,000 miles

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problem #1

Mar 282007

Vitara 4WD 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 29,000 miles
The contact owns a 2000 Suzuki Vitara. While driving 25 mph, the vehicle began to shake and lose steering ability. The mechanic stated that the subframe rotted at the point where the lower control arm attached. As a result, the front control arm detached from the cross member. The mechanic replaced the cross member and there had been no further occurrences. The failure mileage was 29,000 and current mileage was 31,300.

- Pittsburg, PA, USA

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