2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 9%of 47 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 41,000miles
- 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, 9% of the 47 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 41,000 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.
“Dt: the consumer stated there was a loud popping sound while driving at 35-40 MPH. This happened without warning and no previous problems. The consumer inspected the vehicle because she thought she may have run over something. There was no evidence of this, and she proceeded. Afterwards, the brakes were hard to apply. Again the popping noise became more prominent after applying brake pressure. The consumer inspected the vehicle again and discovered nothing at that time. …”
NHTSA complaint #10140554, filed 2005-10, 41,000 miles“From the time of purchase july 6, 2002, brakes squeaked excessively/constantly loud even after replacement of rotors twice and shaving them. The problem persisted with premature fix and problem then reoccurred. Remote did not lock/unlock vehicle. Control module replaced. Passenger side door rattled while driving. Tire did not hold pressure. There was vehicle pull. Tire pressure checked out ok. Consumer requested replacement vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #8020674, filed 2002-10“On 8-15/02 at 1,394 miles car returned to dealer. Allignment don't because car will not steer straight. On 11/04/02 at 4,500 miles car returned to dealer car will not steer straight and tires went bald. Dealer did an allignment. Dt”
NHTSA complaint #769342, filed 2002-11“This is the worst SUV I have ever driven. It wanders all over the road it simply will not go straight. The brakes when applied pull you to the center of the road. Dt”
NHTSA complaint #770551, filed 2002-12Related 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 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara
16 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsFuel system
5 complaintsSeat belts
5 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsTires
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsElectrical system
2 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 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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