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2001 Suzuki Vitara recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2001 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Exterior lighting | 1 |
Safety recalls1
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Apr 7, 200909E012000 | Exterior lightingDECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH. DetailsHide details for campaign 09E012000
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Owner complaints by component28
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 9 | 32 |
| Suspension | 4 | 14 |
| Power train | 4 | 14 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 11 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 7 |
| Hydraulic | 2 | 7 |
| Tires | 2 | 7 |
| Air bags | 2 | 7 |
| Equipment | 2 | 7 |
| Fuel system | 2 | 7 |
| Gasoline | 2 | 7 |
| Exterior lighting | 2 | 7 |
| Interior lighting | 2 | 7 |
| Structure | 2 | 7 |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 1 | 4 |
3 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Suspension
“The cigarette lighter pop's out when it done to were I can't find it, it has burnt several items in my tray,and floor.”
- Vehicle speed control
“Tl*the contact owns a 2001 suzuki vitara. While in reverse, the vehicle accelerated from zero to approximately 20 mph, which caused the vehicle to crash into the carport.”
- Power train
“While driving 70 mph the front end of the suzuki grand vitara xl7 (2001) the steering wheel began to shake violently in my hands.”
Other Suzuki Vitara model years
- 20010 recalls27 complaints
- 20000 recalls35 complaints
Other Suzuki models
- 2001 Grand Vitara5 recalls53 complaints
- 2001 XL72 recalls13 complaints
- 2001 Esteem0 recalls21 complaints
- 2004 Forenza5 recalls63 complaints
- 2007 SX42 recalls73 complaints
- 2010 Kizashi6 recalls23 complaints
- 2004 Verona5 recalls155 complaints
- 2005 Reno3 recalls32 complaints
- 2002 Aerio2 recalls13 complaints
- 2009 Equator1 recall5 complaints
2001 Suzuki Vitara recall questions
How many recalls does the 2001 Suzuki Vitara have?
NHTSA lists 1 safety recall campaign for the 2001 Suzuki Vitara. The most recent, 09E012000 (reported April 7, 2009), concerns exterior lighting. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What is the most common complaint about the 2001 Suzuki Vitara?
Engine and engine cooling is the most-reported component, named in 9 complaints out of 28 filed with NHTSA (32%). Across all complaints, owners reported 4 crashs and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2001 Suzuki Vitara?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.