2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara Problems

Good Record

Used SUZUKI GRAND VITARA shoppers should review this model-year complaint and recall record before making an offer. No significant NHTSA complaints found for this model year.

20108 years2012

Before you buy

This 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara has 0 NHTSA complaints.

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Complaints
Crashes
Fires
Injuries
Fatalities
4
Recalls

2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara Fuel Economy

✓ EPA Official Data

EPA-rated fuel economy across 3 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara trim configurations. The median figure is shown; range reflects all available trims.

19
MPG City
1919 range
24
MPG Hwy
2325 range
21
MPG Combined
2022 range
423
g CO₂/mile
Regular Gasoline
⚠️Costs $3,500 more than avg vehicle over 5 years

Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions. 3 trims analysed.

2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara Safety Ratings

NHTSA 5-Star Program2 variants tested — showing 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara SUV AWD

Official crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.

Overall

Not Rated

18.5% rollover risk

Frontal Crash

Not Rated

Side Crash

Not Rated

Rollover

4/5

18.5% probability

Stability Control: StandardForward Collision Warning: NoLane Departure Warning: No

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.

Quick Answer

Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara has 0 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns on record. NHTSA reliability signal: Good Record.

2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara — key reliability facts
Make
Suzuki
Model
Grand Vitara
Model year
2011
NHTSA owner complaints
0
Crash-related complaints
0
Safety recall campaigns
4
Reliability signal
Good Record
EPA MPG combined
21
EPA MPG city / highway
19 / 24
Fuel type
Regular Gasoline
NHTSA rollover rating
4/5 stars
Electronic stability control
Standard

Buyer verdict

Should you buy a used 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara?

This SUZUKI GRAND VITARA year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection.

Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs.

May Suit

This year may suit buyers who prioritize complete maintenance records and pass a pre-purchase inspection.

May Want to Avoid

Buyers who want a lower-risk ownership profile may prefer comparing nearby model years before committing.

Pre-purchase

What to check before buying a used 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Inspection Focus

  • Inspect the most frequently reported complaint components on this model year
  • Confirm recall repairs were completed and documented
  • Check for accident damage, title brands, and mileage inconsistencies on the exact VIN

Before You Close the Deal

  • Run a VIN check on the specific vehicle you are considering
  • Verify all open recalls are completed at nhtsa.gov/recalls
  • Request service records for the most-reported complaint components
  • Have a certified mechanic inspect the vehicle before purchase

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Full breakdown

All 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara complaints by category

Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.

ComponentComplaintsCrashesFiresAvg MileageVolume

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.

In their words

Real owner complaints

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Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara.

Safety recalls

2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara recalls

4 campaigns

NHTSA recall campaigns for the 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 4 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.

Safety recall

SEATS

#19V187000SEATSJul 3, 2019
Safety recall

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

#17V085000POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSIONSep 2, 2017
Safety recall

AIR BAGS

#13V405000AIR BAGSJun 9, 2013
Safety recall

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

#11V055000ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR27/01/2011

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Questions

2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara buying FAQ

Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.

Is the 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara reliable?

Good Record. NHTSA currently shows 0 owner complaints, 0 crash-related complaints, and 4 recall campaigns for this model year. This SUZUKI GRAND VITARA year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.

What are the most common problems with the 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara?

No significant patterns found in the NHTSA complaint database for this model year.

At what mileage do problems start on the 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara?

Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.

How safe is the 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara?

Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara, NHTSA complaints include 0 crash-related reports and 0 fire reports out of 0 total complaints. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.

Does the 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara have any recalls?

Yes. 4 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara. A major recall area is SEATS. 4 recall campaigns are on record, so recall completion status should be confirmed on the exact VIN before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.

Should I buy a 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara?

This SUZUKI GRAND VITARA year shows a meaningful number of reported issues, so buyers should only proceed after a careful records review and inspection. Model-year complaint trends can reveal recurring trouble spots before you spend money on inspections, financing, or repairs. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.

Wider context: See the full Suzuki Grand Vitara reliability report with year-by-year comparison.

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