10.0

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

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problem #1

Apr 262002

Vitara

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Driveshaft came loose while driving 35-40mph. Vehicle stopped accelerating and acted as though it was in neutral. Consumer rearended another vehicle. Transmission fluid leaked completely out, consumer got beneath the vehicle, and saw that drivetrain was dislocated from the transmission. Suzuki was notified, and stated it was normal wear and tear. Dealer will repair.

- Fern Park, FL, USA