2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 1 on record.
2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara at a glance
Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara recalls 1
ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 16-INCH WHEELS, THE FRONT BRAKE DISCS MAY BREAK UNDER SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS. THE BREAKAGE CAN OCCUR IN CONDITIONS WHERE THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN ON A REGULAR BASIS ON EXTREMELY STEEP PAVED DOWN-SLOPES WHILE CONTINUOUSLY APPLYING THE BRAKES.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT BRAKE DISCS ON THESE VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 10, 2005. THESE VEHICLES ARE LOCATED ON ST. THOMAS ISLAND (VIRGIN ISLANDS). OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI DEL CARIBE AT 787-622-0600.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara trims & engines on record
2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara vehicles on record
Other Suzuki Grand Vitara model years
2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara — frequently asked questions
Does the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara have any safety recalls?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara?
Across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, latches/locks/linkages.
What gas mileage does the 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara get?
The 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara has a U.S. EPA estimate of 18 mpg combined (17 city / 21 highway).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.