TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH AND PARKING THE VEHICLE, THE CONTACT LIFTED HER FOOT OFF OF THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO GET THE VEHICLE TO STOP AFTER APPLYING PRESSURE AND PUMPING THE BRAKE REPEATEDLY. THE FAILURE OCCURRED NUMEROUS TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE TECHNICIANS STATED THAT…
2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara cruise control problems
moderate 3 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $600
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Crashes
0
Avg fix
$600
What owners are reporting 2 most recent
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SUZUKI GRANDVITARA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ENTERING A CAR WASH SLOWLY WITH HIS FOOT ON THE BRAKE, THE VEHICLE PROCEEDED TO ACCELERATE FORWARD ON ITS OWN. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN INSPECTED BY A DEALER BUT THEY DID ADVISE HIM TO CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED BUT OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE…
Common questions
How serious is the cruise control problem on the 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $600 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the cruise control typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $600 for cruise control repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to cruise control?
No active recalls currently cover cruise control issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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