2000 Suzuki Vitara Engine cooling Problems

“I was driving to work on 3/18/08 and as I left the gas station I heard this pop and all of a sudden the car cut off. Later after having it towed to a mechanic, I was told that the timing chain belt popped. I was also notified that this was a regular occurrence with the vehicle and Suzuki knew of this, but had no recall to fix or change it. I had no idea of this and was told when buying that having a chain rather than a belt was much better for your car. Not unless it pops and repairs of $2000 are needed. I am appalled that Suzuki would know of such a problem and in no way of fixing it. …”

“Suzuki is aware of latent defects concerning timing chain cover seals that leak oil and will worsen over time. It is documented that the leaks occur with Suzuki grand vitaras from 1999-2001. My grand Vitara is one of those cars with the latent defect. I took it to a authorized Suzuki mechanic as required, but they never informed me that Suzuki was aware of the problem. After further research on my part did Suzuki corporation acknowledge they knew of the latent defect. I am asking Suzuki in all fairness to cover the cost of this repair based on this documented evidence.”

“Rear main seal in the v-6 engine failed and sprayed oil over the underside of the car. Smelled like it could catch fire with the oil open the catalytic converter.”

“My problems with my vehicle started right away. I have a 200 Suzuki Vitara, and within the first months I noticed it wasn't shifting just right. I took it into the dealership and they told me that it was normal. Right away also I noticed it was leaking oil and when I took it in the dealership gave the same answer. Finally after taking the vehicle in several times and they were forced to to really deal with the issues I was having they told me to bring the car in that next day. On my way to the dealership my vehicle stalled. …”

“Owner of a 2000 Suzuki Vitara 2.0l and car is not ever 4 years old yet but has 74,000 miles and catalytic converter already needs to be replaced! Now the car is not going to pass smog the first year it is required to pass smog for registration purposes! What kind of bull is that! Just a way for ca. Emissions to get more money!”