Suzuki Grand Vitara: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 5,978 Suzuki Grand Vitara cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 1998 and 2015.
In a sample of 117 cars, 69.2% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, more often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is number plate light not working (properly) / missing (22.2% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 3 recalls for this model; 1.3% of registered cars still have an open recall.
2.7% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 22.2% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 21.4% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 13.7% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 12% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 12% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 9.4% |
| Disc/drum brake binding | 6% |
| Kingpin dust boot damaged and not sealing | 6% |
| Dipped beam pattern incorrect | 4.3% |
| Brake light not working (properly) | 4.3% |
Share of 117 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 12.8% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 8.5% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 5,978 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 1.3% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 2.7% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 1998 to 2015 |
All Suzuki Grand Vitara passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020-02-05 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 1,381 |
| 2020-01-15 | airbags, seat belts and occupant protection | serious | 70 |
| 2017-02-20 | transmission and drivetrain | serious | 983 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Suzuki Grand Vitara fail the APK?
In a sample of 117 cars first registered 2012–2021, 69.2% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Suzuki Grand Vitara?
The most common APK defects are: number plate light not working (properly) / missing (22.2%), position light not working (properly) (21.4%), tyre tread depth insufficient (13.7%).
Does the Suzuki Grand Vitara have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 3 recalls. 1.3% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Suzuki models
Swift · Alto · Vitara · Ignis · SX4 · Splash · Celerio · Wagon R · Jimny · Baleno · S-Cross
Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.