2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: Does the 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2013 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 done at no charge.

Q: What gas mileage does the 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara get?

The 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara has U.S. EPA estimates of 21–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

Q: How much is a 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara worth?

Comparable 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara listings run roughly $11,000–$13,400, typically around $11,814 (from 14 vehicles).

2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara at a glance

Safety recalls2

Owner complaints4

Combined21–22 mpg

Typical price$11,814

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

2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara recalls 2

Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification NHTSA Campaign #19V187000 · manufacturer #4011, 4012 · 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 1-800-934-0934. …

Power Train:manual Transmission NHTSA Campaign #17V085000 · manufacturer #VZ · 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 4 Nov 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.

2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

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.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara safety ratings

Rollover★★★★★

Rollover risk: 19.1% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara SUV RWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara MPG & running costs

Combined21–22 mpg

City19 mpg

Highway25 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,125

EPA size classSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD

TransmissionAutomatic 4-spd or Manual 5-spd

Engine start-stopOn some versions

5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$3,625 more

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 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara worth?

Low

$11,000

Typical price

$11,814

High

$13,400

From 14 comparable 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$15,625

Depreciation (5 yrs)$7,050

Total$22,675

Per mile$0.30

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 ($11,814) with the same model 5 model-years older ($4,748), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

Dimensions & weight

Length

168.9 in

Width

71.3 in

Height

66.5 in

Wheelbase

103.9 in

Curb weight

3,651 lb

Front track

60.6 in

Rear track

61.4 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Investigations & service bulletins

Manufacturer service bulletins 2

Technical notes the manufacturer sent to dealers about known issues and fixes. Useful to mention to a mechanic — they are not recalls and repairs may not be covered.

Reminder of the importance to conduct safety inspections for rust damage to suspension and related parts that could be caused by road salt or other chemicals applied to the roadway.

Bulletin SUZ_016008 · Suspension, Structure · Jul 2022

This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball stud from becoming s…

Bulletin N-Q-G-045 · Suspension, Equipment · Nov 2018

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the GRAND VITARA AWD. Model-year data, not specific to one car.

Canadian recalls 1

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Airbag

Issue: On certain vehicles, the occupant classification system (OCS) may not work properly. This could cause the airbag system not to turn off the airbag when an infant or child is seated in the front passenger seat. This could also cause the passenger seat belt reminder to activate when the seat is empty. Note: This problem only affects vehicles with leather seats. Safety Risk…

Transport Canada #2019129 · Mar 2019

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Suzuki Grand Vitara

The Suzuki Vitara is a series of SUVs produced by Suzuki in five generations since 1988. The second and third generation were known as the Suzuki Grand Vitara, while the fourth generation eschewed the "Grand" prefix. In Japan and a number of other markets, all generations have used the name Suzuki Escudo until 2024.

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara trims & engines on record

Trims

Premium

Engines

2.4L 4-cyl

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2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2013 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 done at no charge.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara?

Across all 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, air bags, fuel/propulsion system.

What is the 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2013 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 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara get?

The 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara has U.S. EPA estimates of 21–22 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara worth?

Comparable 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara listings run roughly $11,000–$13,400, typically around $11,814 (from 14 vehicles).

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