suzuki xl7 2008 Complaints

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW

side airbags malfunction.

Reported in: ROCKWALL TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DB417076

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM

power steering wheel hard to control. power steering wheel makes noise. power steering fluid gets very low. needs to be refilled very often. i have been informed on the nhtsa website that there is a recall for the vehicle suzuki xl7 2006. the recall is #10v250000 steering hydraulic power assist-pump potential unit affected #46549. my vehicle is suzuki xl7 2008. i had this vehicle inspected and confirmed the same problem as the suzuki xl7 2006 and agreed that driving this vehicle is unsafe and potential danger.

Reported in: AUSTIN TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DA917X86

STEERING

power steering wheel hard to control. power steering wheel makes noise. power steering fluid gets very low. needs to be refilled very often. i have been informed on the nhtsa website that there is a recall for the vehicle suzuki xl7 2006. the recall is #10v250000 steering hydraulic power assist-pump potential unit affected #46549. my vehicle is suzuki xl7 2008. i had this vehicle inspected and confirmed the same problem as the suzuki xl7 2006 and agreed that driving this vehicle is unsafe and potential danger.

Reported in: AUSTIN TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DA917X86

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

tl*the contact owns a 2008 suzuki xl7. the contact started the vehicle and the gears would not shift into reverse. the air bag and the engine light illuminated on the dashboard. she attempted to moved the gear shift around but it would not move. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer. the dealer advised the contact that there was a short in the gear box fuse. the vehicle was driven to his residence. when the contact attempted to start the vehicle, the failure recurred. the vehicle was towed back to the dealer who stated that the panel had blown a 100 amp fuse and the driver's seat had also malfunctioned. the failure mileage was 75,136. the current mileage was 76,000.

Reported in: MANSFIELD TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DB317786

STEERING:RACK AND PINION

tl*the contact owns a 2008 suzuki xl7. while driving approximately 2 mph, the contact attempted to park the vehicle and the steering wheel began to exhibit a loud noise. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis. the technician informed that the failure was contributed to the manufacturers faulty design of the rack and pinion. the part was unavailable. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 22,000.

Reported in: WYOMISSING PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DA417986

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

last month in august my husband stayed in the car while i ran into store, out of habit i locked the door with the auto lock control. i live in florida and the temperature in aug. is extremely hot. after a little while he went to open the door and couldn't open the door or roll the windows down it was all locked up. he didn't have his keys to my car on him and to top it off he has claustrophobia. when i came back to the car he was blasting the horn and screaming at me for locking him in. he did not have his cell phone on him that day either. i told him to just undo the locks. he tried. i didn't believe him so he locked me in the same way. i could not get out either. he would have had to kick the window out to get out. he is so traumatized over the event that he has nightmares over it. this is a really bad safety feature.

Reported in: VERO BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DB217186

STEERING

i have a problem with my suzuki xl7 2008 vin/serial [xxx]. the power steering is leaking fluid and have to refill it continuously. the wheel makes noise when i make turns and also is becoming hard to maneuver. i took my vehicle to the south deerfoot suzuki dealer at 7220 railway st se calgary, ab t2h 3a8 (1-888-284-1809), canada once i noticed this problem. at that time i had 62,000 km (38520 miles) on the vehicle. they could not find any problems. after i got tired of refueling the power steering fluid, i took it to the dealer again. this time i had 65,000 km (43390 miles). they found this time about three possible problems, but since the warranty of this vehicle had expired, i was told that i would be responsible for the repairs. now, the leaking, the noise, and the maneuver have become more critical. i took the vehicle to a private mechanic shop. they found that the problem could be a seal damaged which connects to front side tire (the driver side)and recommended me that since the vehicle still new (2008) i should contact chacon suzuki about the warranty. i also had contacted nicholas rockwell, fixed operations manager south deerfoot suzuki about a possible power steering recall with suzuki xl7 2006 that could be applicable to my suzuki 2008. i have filed a recall complain with nhtsa and i have contacted suzuki canada in ontario. i have been recommended to contact the chacon suzuki dealer at 3566 i-35 s, new braunfels, tx 78132 phone: 830-624-7000 and the south deerfoot suzuki dealer david baker dealer principal mdbaker@shaw.ca. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Reported in: OKOTOKS 00 || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DA917X86

TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM

initially stability control off warning message light lit up after starting engine--once every couple of weeks--message disappeared w/i 5 seconds. then traction control off, stability control off, service traction control, service stability control, and awd off messages on every start up and is constant until car is turned off completely.

Reported in: RUNNING SPRINGS CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

initially stability control off warning message light lit up after starting engine--once every couple of weeks--message disappeared w/i 5 seconds. then traction control off, stability control off, service traction control, service stability control, and awd off messages on every start up and is constant until car is turned off completely.

Reported in: RUNNING SPRINGS CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

initially stability control off warning message light lit up after starting engine--once every couple of weeks--message disappeared w/i 5 seconds. then traction control off, stability control off, service traction control, service stability control, and awd off messages on every start up and is constant until car is turned off completely.

Reported in: RUNNING SPRINGS CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

runaway suzuki 2008/xl7 would not stop full engine rev, from 50 to 90+ in few seconds. both feet on brakes, finally popped engine into neutral. got to side of highway, engine finally revved down, killed engine. entering highway at normal speed. had suzuki roadside service tow car to dealer in, manchester, nh. called suzuki of america and told them of problem. got my car back on the 28th, out of town, was ready on the 22nd of december. also talked to suzuki tech rep for new england. told me to put his number into my phone, in case happened again. got all kinds of new parts, winter weather mats and car detailed, free rental. nothing about this was/is normal. have never had free anything with a problem with a car. but, then have never been flying down the highway with both feet on brakes and still gaining speed. i didn't call the state troopers as i had both hands full. did call my husband. i did start the car and drive really, really slow to nearest off ramp and home. both my husband and i drove the car today on the highway and both agreed it felt and drove different.

Reported in: WEARE NH || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DA417986

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

tl*the contact owns a 2008 suzuki xl7. the contact stated that while driving or if the engine was idle the vehicle would shake and make a loud ticking noise. the failure caused the check oil light and the check engine light to illuminate. the vehicle was taken to the dealer numerous times for the repairs and the vehicle continued o have the same problem. the dealer continued to repair different parts of the vehicle but not the correct part to stop the failure. the manufacturer was contacted and stated that the oil filter that was being used to change the oil disintegrated, broke up in big pieces and became stuck in the engine. the repair cost will be $1600 in order to take the vehicle apart to determine the correct way to repair the vehicle. there were no recalls or warranties related to the failure. the failure mileage was 47,000.

Reported in: MCKINNEY TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DB417086

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2008 suzuki xl7. the contact stated the accelerator pedal became stuck and he had to place his foot under the pedal in order to lift it up. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that they were unable to duplicate the failure. the contact was concerned because the failure occurred without a warning. the contact also stated the air conditioner in the vehicle stopped working when the accelerator started sticking. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 14,000.

Reported in: CHEEKTAWAGE NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:AIR CONDITIONER

tl*the contact owns a 2008 suzuki xl7. the contact stated the accelerator pedal became stuck and he had to place his foot under the pedal in order to lift it up. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that they were unable to duplicate the failure. the contact was concerned because the failure occurred without a warning. the contact also stated the air conditioner in the vehicle stopped working when the accelerator started sticking. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 14,000.

Reported in: CHEEKTAWAGE NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

STEERING

tl* the contact owns a 2008 suzuki xl7 limited. the contact stated that while driving at low speeds and making a turn, he would hear a winding noise from the steering. the vehicle was then taken to a dealer and the contact was informed that the steering rack had failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. approximately one year later the failure recurred. the failure mileage was approximately 30,300. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: WOODSTOCK GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM

i too have 2008 xl7, that required service due to engine light coming on with ticking noise. i too was told it was due to improper oil filter being used. my car had less than 21,000 miles. my car had been serviced at speed lube in mt. vernon, il. if suzuki knew there was a problem with improper oil filters, why were the owners not advised of this problem with a bulletin news letter. only the dealership was aware of this problem. i too spent approx $1500 to have my car repaired.

Reported in: MT. VERNON IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

TIRES

driving on i 86 near the elmira, ny airport and the tire alert sensor on dash panel showed low air pressure in the rear tire. i slowed down to get off the next exit to check the tire and within a minute the tire blew. i got out of the vehicle and the tread had separated from the wheel. i had to replace all of the tires on the vehicle. i have pictures of the tire. *tt

Reported in: HORNELL NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DA417186

STEERING

my rack and pinion was replaced under warranty 8/2010 at 30,000 it was making a zipping noise. a year later at 47,000 the same problem has happened and suzuki refuses to cover the 1000.00 repair. i have called numerous times with no help. i am outraged because this problem is known to suzuki and they dont care! even the dealership has told me that they have repaired this many times in other suzuki xl7 with the same issue. suzuki claims the car is still safe and it is only a noise issue but i dont feel safe, its the steering!! i guess they expect us to keep dishing out money for something that is known faulty and obviously keeps reoccuring.it is also obvious the repairs are being done with the same faulty part the car was manufactured. suzuki needs to step up to the plate and take responsibility for there mistake.

Reported in: WINSTON SALEM NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DB117186

AIR BAGS

check engine light code: p008 (validated through a local parts store) air bag sensor light tire sensor light all are on or off or a combination of any of them.

Reported in: SCIOTA IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DA417X86

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

check engine light code: p008 (validated through a local parts store) air bag sensor light tire sensor light all are on or off or a combination of any of them.

Reported in: SCIOTA IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DA417X86

WHEELS

check engine light code: p008 (validated through a local parts store) air bag sensor light tire sensor light all are on or off or a combination of any of them.

Reported in: SCIOTA IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DA417X86

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2008 suzuki xl7. the contact stated that the struts that held the rear trunk hatch in place failed, and caused the hatch to abruptly strike the contact on the head while in the rear of the vehicle. the dealer was notified who advised the contact to bring the vehicle in for repairs. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 31,000.

Reported in: PITTSBURGH PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DB917586

STEERING

tl* the contact owns a 2008 suzuki xl7. while driving 10 mph, the contact noticed that the steering wheel had became very difficult to maneuver. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the power steering pump was replaced. the failure mileage was 68,000 and the current mileage was 71,226.

Reported in: HALLS TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DB417086

STEERING

in turning the wheel left or right there is a zipping sound and a tightness in the steering. i took the car to the shop and had the fluids check to make sure that the power-steering fluid was accurate. i was told by the shop that the fluid levels were correct. however, there could be a problem with the steering column, which i have not gone to have checked out as of yet.

Reported in: CAMBRIDGE MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DB417086

STEERING

tl* the contact owns a 2008 suzuki xl7. the contact stated that while driving approximately 15 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. the mechanic stated that the power steering pump would have to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 52,980.

Reported in: PITTSBURGH PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DA417386

SEAT BELTS

was told that i was hearing a noise that wasn't there when the rack n pinion started to fail. and that the dash board was suppose to crack. i really don't have enough characters to tell you how unsafe this car is so i'll just give you a list. which take another 100+ out off my pocket, i can't fix the car but must pay for the insureance. i also can't register the car. and it is to dangerous todrive any way. while suzuki files chapter 11. lets see it one of the higher ups in the company will pay for it out of his bonus. 1 rack n pinion 2 dash board crack a passangers air bag was replaced crack again 3 rear strut had to be replaced on a 9 month old car because it was leaking4 front passengers seat came off 4 front passanger seat came off had to be replaced 5 drivers side door handle came off 6 driver side window works intermittently 7 drivers side lock dosen't work 8 replaced 4 power steering pumps at my cost 9 engine light code p0008 on can't register car. causes possible causes of obd code p0008 10 stability control lights randomly go on and off 11 randomly lose speed from 65 to 25 on freeway 12 tire psi always wrong 13 windshield fluid motor no longer works. 14 " wiper in back goes off with out power 15 2nd row seat belts always get stuck 16 rear doors randomly have to be pried open 17 climate control in all 3 sections, as well as ac no longer work 18battery although in working order randomly needs to be jumped. 19 stereo although replace once switches from radio to aux. 20 1st time the jack was needed tire iron broke 21 metallic covering on inside door handles is peeling off causing hands to be sliced 22 console clip broke was replaced, now vanity mirror drivers side broke off.

Reported in: RENO NV || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DA217486

STEERING

was told that i was hearing a noise that wasn't there when the rack n pinion started to fail. and that the dash board was suppose to crack. i really don't have enough characters to tell you how unsafe this car is so i'll just give you a list. which take another 100+ out off my pocket, i can't fix the car but must pay for the insureance. i also can't register the car. and it is to dangerous todrive any way. while suzuki files chapter 11. lets see it one of the higher ups in the company will pay for it out of his bonus. 1 rack n pinion 2 dash board crack a passangers air bag was replaced crack again 3 rear strut had to be replaced on a 9 month old car because it was leaking4 front passengers seat came off 4 front passanger seat came off had to be replaced 5 drivers side door handle came off 6 driver side window works intermittently 7 drivers side lock dosen't work 8 replaced 4 power steering pumps at my cost 9 engine light code p0008 on can't register car. causes possible causes of obd code p0008 10 stability control lights randomly go on and off 11 randomly lose speed from 65 to 25 on freeway 12 tire psi always wrong 13 windshield fluid motor no longer works. 14 " wiper in back goes off with out power 15 2nd row seat belts always get stuck 16 rear doors randomly have to be pried open 17 climate control in all 3 sections, as well as ac no longer work 18battery although in working order randomly needs to be jumped. 19 stereo although replace once switches from radio to aux. 20 1st time the jack was needed tire iron broke 21 metallic covering on inside door handles is peeling off causing hands to be sliced 22 console clip broke was replaced, now vanity mirror drivers side broke off.

Reported in: RENO NV || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DA217486

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

was told that i was hearing a noise that wasn't there when the rack n pinion started to fail. and that the dash board was suppose to crack. i really don't have enough characters to tell you how unsafe this car is so i'll just give you a list. which take another 100+ out off my pocket, i can't fix the car but must pay for the insureance. i also can't register the car. and it is to dangerous todrive any way. while suzuki files chapter 11. lets see it one of the higher ups in the company will pay for it out of his bonus. 1 rack n pinion 2 dash board crack a passangers air bag was replaced crack again 3 rear strut had to be replaced on a 9 month old car because it was leaking4 front passengers seat came off 4 front passanger seat came off had to be replaced 5 drivers side door handle came off 6 driver side window works intermittently 7 drivers side lock dosen't work 8 replaced 4 power steering pumps at my cost 9 engine light code p0008 on can't register car. causes possible causes of obd code p0008 10 stability control lights randomly go on and off 11 randomly lose speed from 65 to 25 on freeway 12 tire psi always wrong 13 windshield fluid motor no longer works. 14 " wiper in back goes off with out power 15 2nd row seat belts always get stuck 16 rear doors randomly have to be pried open 17 climate control in all 3 sections, as well as ac no longer work 18battery although in working order randomly needs to be jumped. 19 stereo although replace once switches from radio to aux. 20 1st time the jack was needed tire iron broke 21 metallic covering on inside door handles is peeling off causing hands to be sliced 22 console clip broke was replaced, now vanity mirror drivers side broke off.

Reported in: RENO NV || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DA217486

ENGINE

was told that i was hearing a noise that wasn't there when the rack n pinion started to fail. and that the dash board was suppose to crack. i really don't have enough characters to tell you how unsafe this car is so i'll just give you a list. which take another 100+ out off my pocket, i can't fix the car but must pay for the insureance. i also can't register the car. and it is to dangerous todrive any way. while suzuki files chapter 11. lets see it one of the higher ups in the company will pay for it out of his bonus. 1 rack n pinion 2 dash board crack a passangers air bag was replaced crack again 3 rear strut had to be replaced on a 9 month old car because it was leaking4 front passengers seat came off 4 front passanger seat came off had to be replaced 5 drivers side door handle came off 6 driver side window works intermittently 7 drivers side lock dosen't work 8 replaced 4 power steering pumps at my cost 9 engine light code p0008 on can't register car. causes possible causes of obd code p0008 10 stability control lights randomly go on and off 11 randomly lose speed from 65 to 25 on freeway 12 tire psi always wrong 13 windshield fluid motor no longer works. 14 " wiper in back goes off with out power 15 2nd row seat belts always get stuck 16 rear doors randomly have to be pried open 17 climate control in all 3 sections, as well as ac no longer work 18battery although in working order randomly needs to be jumped. 19 stereo although replace once switches from radio to aux. 20 1st time the jack was needed tire iron broke 21 metallic covering on inside door handles is peeling off causing hands to be sliced 22 console clip broke was replaced, now vanity mirror drivers side broke off.

Reported in: RENO NV || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DA217486

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

was told that i was hearing a noise that wasn't there when the rack n pinion started to fail. and that the dash board was suppose to crack. i really don't have enough characters to tell you how unsafe this car is so i'll just give you a list. which take another 100+ out off my pocket, i can't fix the car but must pay for the insureance. i also can't register the car. and it is to dangerous todrive any way. while suzuki files chapter 11. lets see it one of the higher ups in the company will pay for it out of his bonus. 1 rack n pinion 2 dash board crack a passangers air bag was replaced crack again 3 rear strut had to be replaced on a 9 month old car because it was leaking4 front passengers seat came off 4 front passanger seat came off had to be replaced 5 drivers side door handle came off 6 driver side window works intermittently 7 drivers side lock dosen't work 8 replaced 4 power steering pumps at my cost 9 engine light code p0008 on can't register car. causes possible causes of obd code p0008 10 stability control lights randomly go on and off 11 randomly lose speed from 65 to 25 on freeway 12 tire psi always wrong 13 windshield fluid motor no longer works. 14 " wiper in back goes off with out power 15 2nd row seat belts always get stuck 16 rear doors randomly have to be pried open 17 climate control in all 3 sections, as well as ac no longer work 18battery although in working order randomly needs to be jumped. 19 stereo although replace once switches from radio to aux. 20 1st time the jack was needed tire iron broke 21 metallic covering on inside door handles is peeling off causing hands to be sliced 22 console clip broke was replaced, now vanity mirror drivers side broke off.

Reported in: RENO NV || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DA217486

VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES

was told that i was hearing a noise that wasn't there when the rack n pinion started to fail. and that the dash board was suppose to crack. i really don't have enough characters to tell you how unsafe this car is so i'll just give you a list. which take another 100+ out off my pocket, i can't fix the car but must pay for the insureance. i also can't register the car. and it is to dangerous todrive any way. while suzuki files chapter 11. lets see it one of the higher ups in the company will pay for it out of his bonus. 1 rack n pinion 2 dash board crack a passangers air bag was replaced crack again 3 rear strut had to be replaced on a 9 month old car because it was leaking4 front passengers seat came off 4 front passanger seat came off had to be replaced 5 drivers side door handle came off 6 driver side window works intermittently 7 drivers side lock dosen't work 8 replaced 4 power steering pumps at my cost 9 engine light code p0008 on can't register car. causes possible causes of obd code p0008 10 stability control lights randomly go on and off 11 randomly lose speed from 65 to 25 on freeway 12 tire psi always wrong 13 windshield fluid motor no longer works. 14 " wiper in back goes off with out power 15 2nd row seat belts always get stuck 16 rear doors randomly have to be pried open 17 climate control in all 3 sections, as well as ac no longer work 18battery although in working order randomly needs to be jumped. 19 stereo although replace once switches from radio to aux. 20 1st time the jack was needed tire iron broke 21 metallic covering on inside door handles is peeling off causing hands to be sliced 22 console clip broke was replaced, now vanity mirror drivers side broke off.

Reported in: RENO NV || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DA217486

ENGINE

tl* the contact owns a 2008 suzuki xl7. the contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle stalled with the illumination of the reduced engine power warning message. the vehicle was unable to be restarted and was later towed to an independent mechanic. the mechanic diagnosed the vehicle and advised the contact that the timing chain and tensioner fractured and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and offered no further assistance. the failure and current mileage was approximately 110,000.

Reported in: SISTER BAY WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DBC17X86

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

this vehicle has the cabin air intake located about 7 inches from the exhaust manifold under the hood directly behind the engine. during any type of driving conditions the air being brought into the cabin through the cabin filter is filled with noxious fumes coming from a slight exhaust leak or just from the extreme temperatures under the vehicles hood. when driving the vehicle i can taste the sweet taste of vaporized antifreeze coming from the heat air conditioning vents. when driving i also experience many symptoms of carbon monoxide exposure headache,nausea,fatigue,sinus barotrauma ,ear ache,dizziness,confusion,altered mental state,memory loss,depression . the controls for the heat and air conditioning are impossible to adjust to a state of not allowing the air from entering the cabin of the vehicle. driving this vehicle to visit a relative on may 11th 2013 myself and a friend were exposed to noxious fumes and possibly carbon monoxide at unknown levels for about 44 hours over a three day period of driving .on the return trip exposure levels to air coming into cabin must have been much worse. driving over mountains on return trip caused external ear barotrauma and excruciating ear pain and about 90 percent hearing loss. on a subsequent trip june 14th 2013 driving the vehicle at highway speeds for less that 2 hours total made me feel sick again so much so that another person had to drive us home while i sat in the back seat with all of the windows open to get fresh air .after getting home i had to be taken to the hospital for symptoms of carbon monoxide exposure .the results from the visit to the emergency room possible exposure to carbon monoxide. was informed to not operate this vehicle until servicing is done. i think if the cabin air intake had a longer hose under the hood to the front of the vehicle where the fresh air actually strikes the vehicle would help.

Reported in: WAUSAU WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DA417X86

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

this vehicle has the cabin air intake located about 7 inches from the exhaust manifold under the hood directly behind the engine. during any type of driving conditions the air being brought into the cabin through the cabin filter is filled with noxious fumes coming from a slight exhaust leak or just from the extreme temperatures under the vehicles hood. when driving the vehicle i can taste the sweet taste of vaporized antifreeze coming from the heat air conditioning vents. when driving i also experience many symptoms of carbon monoxide exposure headache,nausea,fatigue,sinus barotrauma ,ear ache,dizziness,confusion,altered mental state,memory loss,depression . the controls for the heat and air conditioning are impossible to adjust to a state of not allowing the air from entering the cabin of the vehicle. driving this vehicle to visit a relative on may 11th 2013 myself and a friend were exposed to noxious fumes and possibly carbon monoxide at unknown levels for about 44 hours over a three day period of driving .on the return trip exposure levels to air coming into cabin must have been much worse. driving over mountains on return trip caused external ear barotrauma and excruciating ear pain and about 90 percent hearing loss. on a subsequent trip june 14th 2013 driving the vehicle at highway speeds for less that 2 hours total made me feel sick again so much so that another person had to drive us home while i sat in the back seat with all of the windows open to get fresh air .after getting home i had to be taken to the hospital for symptoms of carbon monoxide exposure .the results from the visit to the emergency room possible exposure to carbon monoxide. was informed to not operate this vehicle until servicing is done. i think if the cabin air intake had a longer hose under the hood to the front of the vehicle where the fresh air actually strikes the vehicle would help.

Reported in: WAUSAU WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DA417X86

ENGINE

i was in the parking lot of wall mart with the engine idling heard a loud noise the car started shaking,turned it off immediately,got out looked under the hood nothing visible at the time. got back in started the car checked temp gauge everything looked fine, and the loud noise again car started shaking,got out looked under the hood could see a little antifreeze on the ground,turned car off immediately,had it towed to matt blatt a suzuki dealer in glassboro nj got a call three days later, informed the fan blades came off the pulley hit the radiator made a hole in it, the service person said it would cost$1200 to repair, informed the front bumper would have to come of which added to the labor cost, told service tech that was a factory defect and i should not have to pay for it, he then gave me the number to suzuki international.called same they said they would not pay for it, the car was no longer under warranty at 57000 miles for this problem.needles to say this left a bad taste in our mouth for this product we also had no help from the dealership.

Reported in: MILLVILLE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DB417686

STEERING

tl* the contact owns a 2008 suzuki xl7. the contact stated that while driving 40 mph, the power steering assist failed and the steering wheel could not be turned. the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. the approximate failure mileage was 64,000.

Reported in: ORLANDO FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DB217986

STEERING

power steering went out as i was driving. almost crashed. changed out rack and pinion & power steering pump with no change. cost $ 1,200. problem is still there. will not drive because of danger.

Reported in: RICHMOND CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

STEERING

tl* the contact owns a 2008 suzuki sl7. the contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph, there was a loss of power steering without warning. the steering wheel became difficult to maneuver. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where both the power steering pump and rack and pinion were replaced. the failure persisted after the repair was performed. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for a second opinion however, the technician was unable to diagnose the problem. the manufacturer was notified of the defect. the approximate failure mileage was 106,000.

Reported in: RICHMOND CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DB417786

SERVICE BRAKES

while driving 20 miles per hour on an icy road the service traction control, service stability control, service awd, and reduced engine power lights came on. the engine seized and surged and my brakes were inoperable. the vehicle slid and fishtailed. i regained control of the vehicle after a few seconds and pushed the gas lightly to continue driving. the vehicle surged forward and i slid into a canal. i was able to climb into the back seat, escape out the back passenger door, and swim to safety.

Reported in: BRIGHTON CO || Crash: Y || VIN #:

ENGINE

while driving 20 miles per hour on an icy road the service traction control, service stability control, service awd, and reduced engine power lights came on. the engine seized and surged and my brakes were inoperable. the vehicle slid and fishtailed. i regained control of the vehicle after a few seconds and pushed the gas lightly to continue driving. the vehicle surged forward and i slid into a canal. i was able to climb into the back seat, escape out the back passenger door, and swim to safety.

Reported in: BRIGHTON CO || Crash: Y || VIN #:

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

while driving 20 miles per hour on an icy road the service traction control, service stability control, service awd, and reduced engine power lights came on. the engine seized and surged and my brakes were inoperable. the vehicle slid and fishtailed. i regained control of the vehicle after a few seconds and pushed the gas lightly to continue driving. the vehicle surged forward and i slid into a canal. i was able to climb into the back seat, escape out the back passenger door, and swim to safety.

Reported in: BRIGHTON CO || Crash: Y || VIN #:

STEERING

at slow speeds the steering wheel makes noises when being turned in each direction. almost feels like a loss of steering power and is difficult to turn. it was noticed after purchase and dealer could not identify the issue. have continued to use the vehicle, and problem persists. reviewed internet for recalls. don't see any, but see plenty of other people with the exact same issue.

Reported in: LAND O LAKES FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STEERING

power steering stops working on turns at low speed. replaced power steering pump, problem continues to occur.

Reported in: MORGANTOWN WV || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

tl* the contact owns a 2008 suzuki xl7. the contact while driving 30 mph the engine stalled. the contact stated that the vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection where they stated there was a sludge in the engine and it needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 160,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: LENOIR NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

STEERING

steering has been an ongoing issue at low speeds. almost feels like the power steering has gone out and turned manual. also noises come from steering when making turns. this care was produced on a general motors assembly line. all the gm cars were just recalled for steering problems. why isn't this brand of vehicles being recalled?

Reported in: LAND O LAKES FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

many, many gm products are being recalled due to faulty ignition switches, and the xl7 shares a lot of parts and similarities with the equinox, vue, and so on. can it be determined if the 2008 suzuki xl7 uses the same ignition switch? also, for at least three years, a groaning noise emanates from the steering wheel upon turns. we owned a new 2006 chevrolet hhr that made a similar sound that the dealer was unable to remedy.

Reported in: RAPID CITY SD || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DB117886

STEERING

many, many gm products are being recalled due to faulty ignition switches, and the xl7 shares a lot of parts and similarities with the equinox, vue, and so on. can it be determined if the 2008 suzuki xl7 uses the same ignition switch? also, for at least three years, a groaning noise emanates from the steering wheel upon turns. we owned a new 2006 chevrolet hhr that made a similar sound that the dealer was unable to remedy.

Reported in: RAPID CITY SD || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DB117886

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

in georgia we are required to have emissions completed every year around your birthday. for some reason the car wouldn't pass because of codes p0018, p0017, and p0008. this seems to be a common trend with this particular vehicle. so i assume it's a manufacturer error. it's also common for the 2007 models as well. the mechanic stated that the problem is the timing on vehicle.

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DB117586

ENGINE

in georgia we are required to have emissions completed every year around your birthday. for some reason the car wouldn't pass because of codes p0018, p0017, and p0008. this seems to be a common trend with this particular vehicle. so i assume it's a manufacturer error. it's also common for the 2007 models as well. the mechanic stated that the problem is the timing on vehicle.

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DB117586

AIR BAGS

i bought suzuki xl7 2008 model from a dealer in fargo, nd in august 2009. it had around 32000 miles on it. in may 2012, i noticed the service airbag light. whenever, a thin person would be on the passenger seat the passenger airbag would be off and there would be service air bag light. i went to the only suzuki dealer in moorhead, mn. they said i need to get a new battery and i agreed. few days afterwards, i moved to tucson, az. the same issue was happening again. there was no suzuki dealer in tucson. the issue has persisted and today i went to suzuki dealership in tempe, az. they said the passenger air bag sensor is defective. they will replace it for 1155 usd. it's exactly the same problem as it was in may 2012 but the suzuki dealership in moorhead, minnesota "misdiagnosed" it. this is a serious problem. some authority needs to look into this. how come the suzuki dealership in moorhead, mn diagnosed an air bag sensor problem as a battery problem? and above all why did the air bag system become defective with only 40,000 miles on the vehicle.

Reported in: TUCSON AZ || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

front door locks would not respond to key fob and would stay locked. had to use key to get into the car. got it fixed under warranty. now, rear locks intermittently wont respond to fob. either the rear doors stay locked( and cannot even be opened with the handle from the inside) or sometimes they wont lock when you leave the car. the lock/unlock button inside the car does not override the situation. this vehicle has no key option for the rear doors. thankfully, no one has been stuck in the rear seats and unable to get out. no rhyme or reason as to when it happens and when they will start working again. cant trust that the car is securely locked or that people can get out when it decides that it doesn't want the doors to unlock.

Reported in: HOLLYWOOD FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DB117386

STRUCTURE:BODY

front door locks would not respond to key fob and would stay locked. had to use key to get into the car. got it fixed under warranty. now, rear locks intermittently wont respond to fob. either the rear doors stay locked( and cannot even be opened with the handle from the inside) or sometimes they wont lock when you leave the car. the lock/unlock button inside the car does not override the situation. this vehicle has no key option for the rear doors. thankfully, no one has been stuck in the rear seats and unable to get out. no rhyme or reason as to when it happens and when they will start working again. cant trust that the car is securely locked or that people can get out when it decides that it doesn't want the doors to unlock.

Reported in: HOLLYWOOD FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DB117386

AIR BAGS

ocs sensor mat installed in the front passenger seat may fail due to repeated flexing of the mat from use of the seat. as a result, during a crash necessitating deployment, the air bag will deploy regardless of whether the front seat occupant is an adult or a child. * will not detect passenger in seat at weights of 150 lbs or below.

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DB117786

STRUCTURE:BODY

because of faulty primer, the paint on my 2008 xl7 is now peeling off and bubbling. suzuki refuses to do anything about it. it is too expensive to fix so when i go to trade it in, it will be worth little to nothing. i will never buy another suzuki again simply based on the lack of customer service. mine is not the only white xl7 this has happened to. there are many more complaints when you search the internet where suzuki has done nothing. it's sad because it was a really classy vehicle and not it looks like a hot mess! it doesn't seem like suzuki would want their brand being represented like this as you can clearly tell the paint problem was not caused by an accident but is a true defect.

Reported in: GOOSE CREEK SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DA417486

STEERING

the steering wheel makes a rubbing sound when turning back and forth. i had it fixed once while still under warranty. went away for a while but now i'm at 101,000 miles and it's back. unfortunately i'm not under warranty anymore, so this repair will have to be out of pocket. disappointed, had i known that i was getting a suzuki with gm parts i would have never considered buying it. i had a 2002 suzuki xl7 and never had a problem with it. another problem that i encounter on my vehicle is that it burns way too much oil. the oil changes come around alot sooner that the indicator displays on the panel. dealership has no explanation for it.

Reported in: CORPUS CHRISTI TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

the steering wheel makes a rubbing sound when turning back and forth. i had it fixed once while still under warranty. went away for a while but now i'm at 101,000 miles and it's back. unfortunately i'm not under warranty anymore, so this repair will have to be out of pocket. disappointed, had i known that i was getting a suzuki with gm parts i would have never considered buying it. i had a 2002 suzuki xl7 and never had a problem with it. another problem that i encounter on my vehicle is that it burns way too much oil. the oil changes come around alot sooner that the indicator displays on the panel. dealership has no explanation for it.

Reported in: CORPUS CHRISTI TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

my suzuki xl7 has the stability control light and all other electrical lights in the interior of the car go on and off, the warnings for the breaks and stability control they always come on after it rains. when the temperature is over 85*, all the electrical components in the car go crazy and the car shuts off, after taking the car several times to the dealer the have no idea what can cause this issue, but now all the locks are not working when the temperature is high and the car is either locked or unlocked, and we have issues with our air bags too, sometimes the passenger light is off when someone is sitting on it.

Reported in: CORAL SPRINGS FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES

my suzuki xl7 has the stability control light and all other electrical lights in the interior of the car go on and off, the warnings for the breaks and stability control they always come on after it rains. when the temperature is over 85*, all the electrical components in the car go crazy and the car shuts off, after taking the car several times to the dealer the have no idea what can cause this issue, but now all the locks are not working when the temperature is high and the car is either locked or unlocked, and we have issues with our air bags too, sometimes the passenger light is off when someone is sitting on it.

Reported in: CORAL SPRINGS FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

my suzuki xl7 has the stability control light and all other electrical lights in the interior of the car go on and off, the warnings for the breaks and stability control they always come on after it rains. when the temperature is over 85*, all the electrical components in the car go crazy and the car shuts off, after taking the car several times to the dealer the have no idea what can cause this issue, but now all the locks are not working when the temperature is high and the car is either locked or unlocked, and we have issues with our air bags too, sometimes the passenger light is off when someone is sitting on it.

Reported in: CORAL SPRINGS FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

the timing chains have been replaced twice in 2 years every time inspection is dew they always kick on light suzuki refuses to fix issue but same motor as chevy equinox and they have issued a recall on chains .this recall should be on xl7 as well has same issue same motor but nothing being done to fix problem. 2700 dollar repair every year to pass inspection. their a lemon.( junk)

Reported in: SAVONA NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 2S3DA417186