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Suzuki Vitara IV faults

4 faults documented by at least two sources, listed by version then by mileage at onset when known.

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4 known faults

1.6 VVT 120

  1. Uncoated rear axle bolts (2015 recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    A European recall concerns Vitara cars built between 29 October and 17 December 2015: the anti-friction coating on the rear axle bolts may not have been applied. The bolts could work loose, come off or break, which could make the vehicle unusable. A dealer inspects it and fits a replacement part.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.6 VVT 120, 1.4 Boosterjet 140, 1.6 DDiS 120
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.0 Boosterjet 111

  1. Faulty canister (activated carbon tank) (2019-2024 recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    Recall (Suzuki code 97DQ, KBA ref. 14085R) on petrol Vitara and S-Cross cars built from 2019 to 2024, about 30,000 in France: the activated carbon in the canister may be incorrectly filled and let fuel vapours escape. The manufacturer's notice states that this defect does not immobilise the vehicle and does not create an immediate danger. The canister is replaced at a workshop.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.0 Boosterjet 111, 1.4 Boosterjet 140, 1.4 Boosterjet Hybrid 129, 1.5 Dualjet Hybrid 115
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.4 Boosterjet 140

  1. Uncoated rear axle bolts (2015 recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    A European recall concerns Vitara cars built between 29 October and 17 December 2015: the anti-friction coating on the rear axle bolts may not have been applied. The bolts could work loose, come off or break, which could make the vehicle unusable. A dealer inspects it and fits a replacement part.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.6 VVT 120, 1.4 Boosterjet 140, 1.6 DDiS 120
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Faulty canister (activated carbon tank) (2019-2024 recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    Recall (Suzuki code 97DQ, KBA ref. 14085R) on petrol Vitara and S-Cross cars built from 2019 to 2024, about 30,000 in France: the activated carbon in the canister may be incorrectly filled and let fuel vapours escape. The manufacturer's notice states that this defect does not immobilise the vehicle and does not create an immediate danger. The canister is replaced at a workshop.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.0 Boosterjet 111, 1.4 Boosterjet 140, 1.4 Boosterjet Hybrid 129, 1.5 Dualjet Hybrid 115
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.6 DDiS 120

  1. Uncoated rear axle bolts (2015 recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    A European recall concerns Vitara cars built between 29 October and 17 December 2015: the anti-friction coating on the rear axle bolts may not have been applied. The bolts could work loose, come off or break, which could make the vehicle unusable. A dealer inspects it and fits a replacement part.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.6 VVT 120, 1.4 Boosterjet 140, 1.6 DDiS 120
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.4 Boosterjet Hybrid 129

  1. Power steering ECU fault (2024 recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    KBA recall (ref. 15521R) on about 15,890 model-year 2024 Vitara and SX4 S-Cross cars: the power steering ECU may wrongly detect a fault and cut the assistance. The fix is a software update at an approved workshop. According to the KBA, no damage is known.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.4 Boosterjet Hybrid 129, 1.5 Dualjet Hybrid 115
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Rear brake pipe damaged during assembly (2023 recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    Recall (campaign 97-DP) on 4,878 Vitara and SX4 S-Cross cars built in 2023: a brake pipe may have been damaged during assembly, with a risk of fluid leakage and reduced braking. The dealer inspects the pipe and replaces it if necessary.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.4 Boosterjet Hybrid 129, 1.5 Dualjet Hybrid 115
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Faulty canister (activated carbon tank) (2019-2024 recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    Recall (Suzuki code 97DQ, KBA ref. 14085R) on petrol Vitara and S-Cross cars built from 2019 to 2024, about 30,000 in France: the activated carbon in the canister may be incorrectly filled and let fuel vapours escape. The manufacturer's notice states that this defect does not immobilise the vehicle and does not create an immediate danger. The canister is replaced at a workshop.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.0 Boosterjet 111, 1.4 Boosterjet 140, 1.4 Boosterjet Hybrid 129, 1.5 Dualjet Hybrid 115
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

1.5 Dualjet Hybrid 115

  1. Power steering ECU fault (2024 recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    KBA recall (ref. 15521R) on about 15,890 model-year 2024 Vitara and SX4 S-Cross cars: the power steering ECU may wrongly detect a fault and cut the assistance. The fix is a software update at an approved workshop. According to the KBA, no damage is known.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.4 Boosterjet Hybrid 129, 1.5 Dualjet Hybrid 115
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  2. Rear brake pipe damaged during assembly (2023 recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    Recall (campaign 97-DP) on 4,878 Vitara and SX4 S-Cross cars built in 2023: a brake pipe may have been damaged during assembly, with a risk of fluid leakage and reduced braking. The dealer inspects the pipe and replaces it if necessary.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.4 Boosterjet Hybrid 129, 1.5 Dualjet Hybrid 115
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

  3. Faulty canister (activated carbon tank) (2019-2024 recall)

    Manufacturer recall

    Recall (Suzuki code 97DQ, KBA ref. 14085R) on petrol Vitara and S-Cross cars built from 2019 to 2024, about 30,000 in France: the activated carbon in the canister may be incorrectly filled and let fuel vapours escape. The manufacturer's notice states that this defect does not immobilise the vehicle and does not create an immediate danger. The canister is replaced at a workshop.

    Fixed free of charge by a dealer and not counted in the reliability score: ask for proof the work was done (invoice, or a VIN check at a dealer).

    Versions
    1.0 Boosterjet 111, 1.4 Boosterjet 140, 1.4 Boosterjet Hybrid 129, 1.5 Dualjet Hybrid 115
    Onset
    not documented
    Repair
    not documented

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Parts and maintenance

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