2004 Suzuki Vitara
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2004 Suzuki Vitara is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 10 on record.
2004 Suzuki Vitara at a glance
Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2004 Suzuki Vitara recalls 1
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, UNDER AMBIENT TEMPERATURES BELOW -25 DEGREES CELSIUS, MOISTURE CAN FREEZE IN THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR. AS A RESULT, FUEL SYSTEM PRESSURE MAY INCREASE AT THE TIME OF ENGINE START UP, CAUSING FUEL LOSS AT THE FUEL PIPE/FUEL HOSE CONNECTION.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL PRESSURE REGULATOR, THE FUEL DELIVER HOSE AND REPLACE THE HOSE CLAMP WITH AN IMPROVED CLAMP. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 29, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.
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.
2004 Suzuki Vitara common problems
The most-reported problem areas across all 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.
2004 Suzuki Vitara safety ratings
Side barrier testSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2004 Suzuki Vitara 4-DR.. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2004 Suzuki Vitara MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 4 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2004 Suzuki Vitara costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
Dimensions & weight
Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2004 Suzuki Vitara. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.
Investigations & service bulletins
Manufacturer service bulletins 7
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 2022This 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 2018SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE FOR RESEALING FRONT TIMING CHAIN COVER. *MR
Bulletin 1201074 · Engine And Engine Cooling · Jan 2004ECM REPROGRAMMING FOR POOR COLD START. *TT
Bulletin 1511075 · Engine And Engine CoolingMODIFICATION OF MAIN BEARING OIL CLEARANCE AND THE BEARING SELECTION PROCEDURE. 1999-2005 SUZUKI VITARA SQ420/SQ625L, GRAND VITARA SQ625W, AND XL-7 JA627 *SC
Bulletin 1405175 · Engine And Engine CoolingMODIFICATION OF MAIN BEARING OIL CLEARANCE AND THE BEARING SELECTION PROCEDURE. *TT
Bulletin 1410285R · Engine And Engine CoolingFRONT DIFFERENTIAL OIL SEAL REPLACEMENT. *KB
Bulletin 0605227 · Power TrainSource: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, listed for the VITARA. Model-year data, not specific to one car.
Canadian recalls 1
Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2004 Suzuki Vitara. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.
Fuel System
On certain vehicles, under ambient temperatures below -25 degrees Celsius, moisture can freeze in the fuel pressure regulator. As a result, fuel system pressure may increase at the time of engine start up, causing fuel loss at the fuel pipe/fuel hose connection. Fuel loss in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. Correction: For 1999-2000 model year vehicles…
Transport Canada #2004313 · Aug 2004Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.
About the Suzuki 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.
2004 Suzuki Vitara trims & engines on record
2004 Suzuki Vitara vehicles on record
2004 Suzuki Vitara LX2S3TE62V646101374
2004 Suzuki Vitara LX2S3TE62V046104626
2004 Suzuki VitaraVSEETV02VNA211108
2004 Suzuki VitaraJSAFTL52V00211460
2004 Suzuki VitaraJSAFTL52V00222693
2004 Suzuki VitaraJSAFTL52V00212942
2004 Suzuki VitaraJSAFTL52V00211015
2004 Suzuki VitaraVSEETV02VNA211103
2004 Suzuki VitaraJSAHTX83V00303233
2004 Suzuki VitaraJSAFTL52V00205022