Model year guide

2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 26 on record.

2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints13
Combined21–22 mpg
Typical price$9,527

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara recalls 2

Seats NHTSA Campaign #19V187000 · 07/03/2019

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kizashi and 2006-2013 Grand Vitara vehicles. The front passenger leather seat may shrink due to high humidity and high temperature. As a result, the occupant classification system (OCS) sensor mat may not accurately detect if an adult or child is occupying the seat.

Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat bottom cushion, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2019. All second letters notifying owners of the remedy were mailed by April 10, 2020. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-093…

Power Train:manual Transmission NHTSA Campaign #17V085000 · 09/02/2017

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Grand Vitara vehicles equipped with a manual transmission. The gear shift rear shaft on these vehicles may break, preventing the gears from being able to be changed.

Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the gear shift rear shaft, free of charge. The recall began March 2017. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is VZ.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 5 Oct 2026. 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.

2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Seat Belts
Check that every belt latches, retracts and locks under a sharp tug, and that none are frayed.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara safety ratings

Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara SUV AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara MPG & running costs

Combined21–22 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway25 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,125

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.

What's a 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara worth?

Low
$8,000
Typical price
$9,527
High
$11,900

From 26 comparable 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,625
Depreciation (5 yrs)$4,800
Total$20,425
Per mile$0.27

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($9,527) with the same model 5 model-years older ($4,713), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara trims & engines on record

Trims
Premium · Ultimate Adventure · Limited
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl

2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara vehicles on record

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Other Suzuki Grand Vitara model years

2013 2011 2010 2009 2008 2007 2006 2005 2004 2003 2002 2001 2000 1999

2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara — frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2012 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 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara?

Across all 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, seats, steering.

What is the 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara crash-test ratings of rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara get?

The 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara has U.S. EPA estimates of 21–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara worth?

Comparable 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara listings run roughly $8,000–$11,900, typically around $9,527 (from 26 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.