Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 years to avoid
The Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 years to avoid are 2002 — each drew complaint volumes well above the model's norm or has an open safety investigation. The 2005 is the cleanest year on record.
93
Total complaints
4
Recall campaigns
2001–2005
Years covered
1
Years to avoid
Complaints by model year
Grand Vitara XL-7 years to avoid
| Year | Why | Complaints | vs avg |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | High complaint rate | 35 |
Every Grand Vitara XL-7 year
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 2 | 0 | |
| 2004 | 21 | 1 | |
| 2003 | 20 | 3 | |
| 2002avoid | 35 | 2 | |
| 2001 | 15 | 2 |
Common questions
What are the worst Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 years?
Based on NHTSA complaint rates and open investigations, the Grand Vitara XL-7 years to avoid are 2002. The cleanest year on record is 2005.
What is the best year for the Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7?
By complaint volume, 2005 has the cleanest NHTSA record among Grand Vitara XL-7 years with enough data to compare.
How many recalls does the Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 have?
Across all model years, the Grand Vitara XL-7 has 4 distinct NHTSA recall campaigns and 93 consumer complaints on file.
Based on NHTSA ODI data through August 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated August 28, 2026.
Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.