2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Grand Vitara XL-7 years
- Not enough data 5th of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7. That ranks 5th out of 5 Grand Vitara XL-7 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (1 complaints, 50%), typically at around 140,000 miles. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 2owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 1 | 50% | 140,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 50% | 22,300 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The airbag sensor light came on for no reason. This is the second time this has happened. The first time it was fixed under warranty. This looks like an ongoing issue for suzuki owners. This repair should be covered by suzuki because it should be listed as a defect regardless of the mileage because…
My vehicle locked after shutting the back passenger door. I just placed my son in the car seat and buckled him. I shut the door and walk completely around the car to open front driver's door. Before i could open door, the vehicle locked itself with my son, keys, and phone inside. It was 94 degrees…
Other Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 | 2 | 0 |
| 2004 Grand Vitara XL-7 | 17 | 1 |
| 2003 Grand Vitara XL-7 | 13 | 3 |
| 2002 Grand Vitara XL-7 | 26 | 2 |
| 2001 Grand Vitara XL-7 | 15 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7?
Owners most often report air bags, latches/locks/linkages problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Grand Vitara XL-7 model years, the 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.