2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 11%of 85 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 55,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara, 11% of the 85 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 55,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
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.
“2000 Grand Vitara with 60k miles needs a timing chain tensioner. Have been told this part should not need to be replaced at 60k miles. Have read information from other Suzuki Grand Vitara owners with similar problems after warranty is expired.”
NHTSA complaint #10045044, filed 2003-10, 60,000 miles“Owner complaints vibration while braking and premature wear. Number of other problems with this vehicle. The consumer stated that the brakes squeel like nails on a chalkboard. The consumer was told that the rotors were dusty. The vehicle horn started blowing and would not stop. The consumer was told that it was an electrical problem. The fuse was taken out to stop the horn from working. The tail light bulb went out. The consumer heard a ticking noise coming from the vehicle. The consumer noticed smoke coming through the vents on the inside of the vehicle. …”
NHTSA complaint #10103345, filed 2004-11, 50,000 miles“Noise coming from timing cover. Dealer indicated it was timing chain tensioner. Dealer stated this was a common problem and that there is a technical service bulletin (TSB) concerning this issue. Total cost to remedy the situation was approx $1600. The engine would need to be pulled from vehicle, oil pan, timing cover removed and three chains, and related tensioners replaced (12.5hrs labor). This problem should be covered either in total or partial by manufacturer.”
NHTSA complaint #10176709, filed 2006-12“Leak in AC condenser found to be a common problem, leak in same location on several vehicles. Pull to right while driving that alighnment cant fix, similar problems reported by other owners. Premature wear and vibration of front brakes similar to complaints of other owners. No offer to replace failing condenser by dealer who told me about problem with other condensers they knew about. Can not find any contact info on Suzuki motors site to complain.”
NHTSA complaint #10069849, filed 2004-01“Vehicle has been leaking oil on top off engine, after 2-3 inspections dealer could not find the leak. Oil leak got worse, vehicle lost 3-4 quarts of oil in 50-75 miles. Consumer took vehicle to a second dealer. Dealer determined oil galley plug to be the cause of the leak.”
NHTSA complaint #8011183, filed 2002-06Related service bulletins
- 10019614Apr 5, 2006Exhaust noise can be heard from under the vehicle.
- 10017455Nov 9, 2005Modification of main bearing oil clearance and the bearing selection procedure.
- 10015910Aug 16, 2005Modification of main bearing oil clearance and the bearing selection procedure. 1999-2005 suzuki vitara sq420/sq625l, grand vitara sq625w, and xl-7 ja627
Engine cooling: other model years
Other parts of the 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara
26 complaintsVehicle speed control
10 complaintsBrakes
8 complaintsSuspension
7 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsSteering
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
5 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsTires
4 complaintsWheels
4 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 Suzuki Grand Vitara
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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