Grand Vitara Xl-7 (2004)
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Complaints by Engine Code
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Owner Complaints by System
Complaints owners filed with NHTSA about the Suzuki Grand Vitara Xl-7, counted across every engine. A complaint can name more than one system.
What to check on a used 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara Xl-7
On a used 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara Xl-7, the systems with the most NHTSA owner complaints are the airbags and driver-assist systems (39), the brakes (9) and the electrical system (8). Each one has an inspection step below, with counts as of 2026-10-12. A complaint is an owner report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.
- Switch the ignition on and watch the airbag light. On the drive, check the backup camera and any collision or lane warning.Safety. NHTSA has 39 owner complaints on the 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara Xl-7 about the airbags and driver-assist systems.
- On an empty road, brake firmly from 40 mph with a light grip on the wheel.Safety. NHTSA has 9 owner complaints on the 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara Xl-7 about the brakes.
- Switch on every electrical item in turn: lights, windows, locks, wipers, climate fan, screen and power outlets.Costly repair. NHTSA has 8 owner complaints on the 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara Xl-7 about the electrical system.
Recalls (1)
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, UNDER AMBIENT TEMPERATURES BELOW -25 DEGREES CELSIUS, MOISTURE CAN FREEZE IN THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR. AS A RESULT, FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE MAY INCREASE AT THE TIME OF ENGINE START UP, CAUSING FUEL LOSS AT THE FUEL PIPE/FUEL HOSE CONNECTION.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the most common 2004-2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara Xl-7 complaints?
Owners have filed 61 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004-2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara Xl-7. The systems they name most often are the safety systems, the brakes and the electrical system.
Is the 2004-2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara Xl-7 a good used car?
That depends on the model year, the mileage and the maintenance history of the car in front of you. Owners have filed 61 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004-2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara Xl-7. Check which systems they name most often and whether a recall is still open on that car.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2004-2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara Xl-7 have?
NHTSA has 61 owner complaints on file for the 2004-2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara Xl-7 as of the latest data pull. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect, and counts rise with sales.
What recalls affect the 2004-2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara Xl-7?
NHTSA lists 1 recall covering some 2004-2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara Xl-7 vehicles. Which ones apply depends on the VIN: enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see the open campaigns on a specific car.
What should I check before buying a used Suzuki Grand Vitara Xl-7?
Run the VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup and confirm every open recall has been done. Look hardest at the safety systems, the brakes and the electrical system, the systems owners complain about most. Ask for maintenance records, have an independent mechanic inspect the car and run a vehicle history report for prior accidents and title issues.
Does the Grand Vitara Xl-7 have NHTSA crash test ratings?
NHTSA has not published crash test ratings for the 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara Xl-7. Not all vehicles are tested each year. For the latest NHTSA safety information, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Data from NHTSA federal complaints database. 61 complaints analyzed. Data confidence: moderate. Last updated: 2026-10-12.