2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 11%of 38 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 24,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the suspension of the 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara, 11% of the 38 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 24,000 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.
“Driveline vibration at over 57 MPH. 24,000 miles. Dealer says there is nothing wrong, its normal for that vehicle! Looking at it on lift for a hour, checked tire pressure, says everything is normal. There is a droning type noise definitely driveline related, any passenger with their eyes closed can tell when you are going over 57 MPH. Either driveshaft problems or transmission, transfer case,rear end problem. Original tires hydroplaning at 24,000 miles. Had to replace tires, also alignment was off vehicle pulls to side. Second dealer also says there is no problem.”
NHTSA complaint #10021056, filed 2003-06, 24,000 miles“Consumer state while traveling notice vehicle pulling to left vehicle was service by dealer technician alignment after repair vehicle was still traveling the same resulting tire wear. Please provide further information. Ts”
NHTSA complaint #8023109, filed 2002-11“At the time of purchase the vehicle had an oil leak. The dealer agreed to fix the leak. The vehicle has been taken to the dealer several times and each time a different repair was made but the vehicle continued to use a quart of oil every 3000 miles. An independent mechanic stated that the front seal was the cause of the oil consumption. The vehicle pulled to the right while driving. The front end wobbled while driving. The consumer heard a popping noise from the driver and passenger front windows when closing them.”
NHTSA complaint #10043958, filed 2003-11“Vehicle pulls to left at speeds of 60 MPH and over ,there is vibration. Dealer aligned vehicle twice, did not remedy the problem. Tires are showing excessive wear.”
NHTSA complaint #8006233, filed 2002-03Related 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
Other parts of the 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara
9 complaintsEngine cooling
7 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsFuel system
3 complaintsTires
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsElectrical system
1 complaintsEngine
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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