2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 15%of 26 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 84,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the suspension of the 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7, 15% of the 26 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 84,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I was driving down the road from work and I was only going 40mph and my car all of sudden started shaking and the steering wheel was out of control and finally got control of it and slowed down and stopped and noticed the cross member was broke. It wasn't like that when I bought it. Now I have a car that I'm paying for and can't drive it cause it dangerous.”
NHTSA complaint #10680354, filed 2015-02, 160,000 miles“I was traveling on I-10 eastbound near tallahassee, fl going approximately 70 MPH when my car briefly shook/vibrated. I let off the gas perplexed when I heard what sounded like an explosion. My car careened to the left and with a death grip on the steering wheel, I tried to control the vehicle. I moved back and forth across the 2 lanes of interstate at least twice before gaining control. Parts of tire and plastic were flying behind me. I pulled over to the side of the road at mile marker 193. It took a few minutes for me to get my composure. I was crying, shaking and very scared. …”
NHTSA complaint #10204536, filed 2007-10“Vehicle wonders left and right on road. Took vehicle to dealer , and they performed a front end alignment. At 14000 miles, all four tire were woren out. Please provide any further information.”
NHTSA complaint #8015293, filed 2002-08Related service bulletins
- 10216558Jul 8, 2022Reminder of the importance to conduct safety inspections for rust damage to suspension and related parts that could be caused by road salt or other chemicals applied to the…
- 10152052Nov 20, 2018This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and…
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 1 | 8% |
| 2002 | 4 | 15% |
Other parts of the 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsEngine
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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