Model year
2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
NHTSA lists 6 recalls and 161 complaints for the 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). The components listed on the most complaints are AIR BAGS (40), EXTERIOR LIGHTING (24), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (23). NHTSA lists 1 investigation. NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here. EPA rates it 17–19 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,550–$3,950, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2000 85 complaints
- 2001 38 complaints
- 2002 47 complaints
- 2003 29 complaints
- 2004 8 complaints
- 2005 1 complaints
- 2006 161 complaints
- 2007 58 complaints
- 2008 42 complaints
- 2009 14 complaints
- 2010 20 complaints
- 2011 11 complaints
- 2012 13 complaints
- 2013 4 complaints
Recalls
19V187000 · Mar 7, 2019
AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION; SEATS
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…
18V667000 · Sep 25, 2018
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara vehicles. The power steering pump belt tension adjuster pulley has an outer portion that is made of plastic. Repeated heat stress can cause the plastic material to deteriorate, causing pieces…
13V405000 · Sep 6, 2013
AIR BAGS
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Grand Vitara and 2007-2011 SX4 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, over time, the OCS sensor mat installed in the front passenger seat may fail due to repeated flexing of the mat from use of the…
10V250000 · Jun 9, 2010
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
SUZUKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR MODEL YEAR 2006 GRAND VITARA AND MODEL YEAR 2005-2006 XL-7 VEHICLES. THE TENSION ADJUSTER PULLEY FOR THE DRIVE BELT THAT OPERATES THE POWER STEERING PUMP AND AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR (IF EQUIPPED) HAS AN OUTER PORTION THAT IS MADE OF…
07V554000 · Dec 7, 2007
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 114, 'THEFT PROTECTION. ' THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SELECTOR LEVER "PARK" LOCK FUNCTION MAY BE INOPERATIVE DUE TO A STICKING SHIFT LOCK ARM.…
05V548000 · Dec 1, 2005
POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE LEFT SIDE OF THE RETAINER REAR DRIVE SHAFT MAY CRACK AND THE GEARS MAY GET STUCK DUE TO OIL LEAKAGE BY THE RETAINER.
Complaints
161 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 15, fire flag on 3, injury field 12, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
| Action | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| PE13021 | Occupant Classification System Failure · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE-INACTIVE; AIR BAGS:FRONTAL; AIR BAGS | Jun 14, 2013 | Sep 30, 2013 |
Safety ratings
NHTSA star ratings from before model year 2011 use an older method and are not shown here.
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grand Vitara · 2.7L · Automatic 5-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 22 | 19 | — | — | $3,550 |
| Grand Vitara · 2.7L · Manual 5-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 22 | 18 | — | — | $3,700 |
| Grand Vitara XL7 · 2.7L · Automatic 5-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 21 | 18 | — | — | $3,700 |
| Grand Vitara XL7 · 2.7L · Manual 5-spd · Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 20 | 17 | — | — | $3,950 |
| Grand Vitara AWD · 2.7L · Automatic 5-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 21 | 19 | — | — | $3,550 |
| Grand Vitara AWD · 2.7L · Manual 5-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 21 | 18 | — | — | $3,700 |
| Grand Vitara XL7 4WD · 2.7L · Automatic 5-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 20 | 17 | — | — | $3,950 |
| Grand Vitara XL7 4WD · 2.7L · Manual 5-spd · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 15 | 20 | 17 | — | — | $3,950 |
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Check a vehicle
This page is not a VIN lookup. NHTSA's recall tool checks a specific vehicle: nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's page for this model year is 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara at NHTSA. Complaint narratives stay on NHTSA's site and are not copied here.