There are no safety recalls for the 2001 Suzuki Vitara, but owners have filed 27 complaints with NHTSA.
2001 Suzuki Vitara problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | |
| Power Train | 5 | |
| Suspension | 4 | |
| Structure | 2 | |
| Interior Lighting | 2 | |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | |
| Tires | 2 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | |
| Air Bags | 2 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | |
| Seat Belts | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 4
- Suspension › Front — 3
- Structure › Body › Door — 2
- Air Bags › Frontal — 2
- Power Train › Driveline › Driveshaft — 1
- Power Train › Driveline › Differential Unit — 1
- Fuel System, Gasoline › Fuel Injection System › Fuel Rail — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 48,225 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2001 Suzuki Vitara complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Engine and Engine Cooling · reported Jun 30, 2008
The cigarette lighter pop's out when it done to were I can't find it, it has burnt several items in my tray,and floor. Also the gas pedal stick's when you push down on it to give a verbal acceleration to get around someone etc. The air in the tire's are always going down. The oil says it low everytime I look at it once every two weeks. The belt on the AC keep losing and now it needs replaced because it now has freezed up on me. The radio at 12:00 AM and PM reads 00. Then the minutes only displaced. There's a rattle under the car, don't know what that is? When I put the 4x4 on it has a hard…
Vehicle Speed Control · at 67,000 miles · reported Aug 2, 2007
The contact owns a 2001 suzuki vitara. While in reverse, the vehicle accelerated from zero to approximately 20 MPH, which caused the vehicle to crash into the carport. There was snow on the roads at the time of failure. The dealer did not inspect the vehicle. Approximately two months later, the failure recurred and the vehicle crashed into the carport and the shed. The road conditions were rainy. The insurance company inspected the vehicle, but was unable to determine the cause of the failure. The dealer inspected the vehicle, but did not provide the contact with any information. A police…
Power Train · at 78,390 miles · reported Jan 20, 2007
While driving 70 MPH the front end of the suzuki grand vitara xl7 (2001) the steering wheel began to shake violently in my hands. I pulled over to the side of the road and noticed that there was a rip in the rubber boot under the SUV on the drivers side (Front). I believe it was called a 1/2 shaft. I stuck my finger in the rip of the rubber boot and felt a bunch of pieces on metal & large ball bearings laying in there. I had to park the SUV and call someone to pick up myself and my children so that we could pick up the wife which was being released from the hospital. I rented a u-haul truck…
Air Bags · reported Oct 21, 2005
Dt: the contact stated the air bag did not deploy when the contact's vehicle went into a median and hit a tree. The front middle of the vehicle hit the tree. The vehicle was turning when this happened. Therefore, she was unaware of the speed. She moved the vehicle to a nearby parking lot. It was then towed to a local body shop. No one inspected the vehicle to see why the air bags did not deploy. The contact broke her nose when this happened. Updated 11/29/2005 -
Engine and Engine Cooling · at 25,800 miles · reported Jun 12, 2005
2001 suzuki gr.vitara 25,000 miles on engine. Ticking noise from engine,loss of power. Suzuki stated timing tensioner is the cause. Repaired under extended warranty 3 times, within 6 months. Extra costs placed on comsumer. Suzuki recommended replacement of timing chains,and would not cover the cost. The engine from what I understand could have seized. First repair on 12-21-04, second on 03-15-05, last repair on 06-06-05. At pickup on date of last repair, belts from front of engine were shredding of the pulleys! On that day I traded-in the car, as I was tired of fighting with suzuki and my…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2001 Suzuki Vitara have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2001 Suzuki Vitara as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2001 Suzuki Vitara?
Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (10 reports), followed by power train (5). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 48,225 miles.
Are Suzuki recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Suzuki dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.