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2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara: Quick Overview
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2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara Specifications
Vehicle Information
| Year | 2012 |
| Make | Suzuki |
| Model | Grand Vitara |
| Trim | - |
| Style | - |
| Type | Sport Utility Vehicle |
| Category | Standard Sport Utility Vehicle |
Manufacturing Details
| Made In | Japan |
| Manufacturing City | IWATA |
Dimensions
| Doors | 4-Door |
| Curb Weight | - |
| Gross Vehicle Weight Rating | - |
| Overall Height | - |
| Overall Length | - |
| Overall Width | - |
| Wheelbase Length | - |
| Standard Seating | - |
Engine & Performance
| Engine | 2.4 4 |
| Engine Size | 2.4L |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | - |
| Transmission Type | - |
| Transmission Speeds | - |
| Drivetrain | All-Wheel Drive |
Additional Features
| Anti-Brake System | - |
| Steering Type | - |
Pricing
| Manufacturer Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) | - |
| Invoice Price | - |
| Delivery Charges | - |
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What Problems Does the 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara Have?
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How long will the 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara last?
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What Technology & Safety Features are Included?
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What Colors Options are Available?
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2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara Prices and Market Value
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2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara Cost of Ownership
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2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara Fuel Efficiency
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2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara Safety Rating
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2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara Recalls & Defects
Power Train:manual Transmission
Recall date
2017-02-09
Recall no.
17v085000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
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.
Consequence
IF THE Transmission Cannot BE Shifted, IT CAN Increase THE Risk OF A Crash.
Remedy
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.
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
Seats
Recall date
2019-03-07
Recall no.
19v187000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
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.
Consequence
IN THE Event OF A Crash Necessitating Airbag Deployment, AN Incorrect Classification MAY Result IN THE Passenger Frontal AIR BAG Deploying Even IF There IS A Child IN THE Front Passenger Seat, Increasing Their Risk OF Injury.
Remedy
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 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's Numbers FOR This Recall ARE 4011 and 4012.
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
AIR Bags:sensor:occupant Classification
Recall date
2019-03-07
Recall no.
19v187000
Source
NHTSA
Summary
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.
Consequence
IN THE Event OF A Crash Necessitating Airbag Deployment, AN Incorrect Classification MAY Result IN THE Passenger Frontal AIR BAG Deploying Even IF There IS A Child IN THE Front Passenger Seat, Increasing Their Risk OF Injury.
Remedy
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 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's Numbers FOR This Recall ARE 4011 and 4012.
Notes
Owners MAY Also Contact THE National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline AT 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or GO TO Www.safercar.gov.
2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara Insurance
Insurance for a 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is moderately priced, reflecting its status as a Sport Utility Vehicle with strong safety ratings and
reasonable repair costs.
reasonable repair costs.
How Does the 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara Compare to Other Sport Utility Vehicle?
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Final Verdict: Is the 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara a Good Sport Utility Vehicle?
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