2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL7 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Grand Vitara XL7 years
- About as many complaints as other years 3rd of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 1 recall: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 15 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL7. That ranks 3rd out of 5 Grand Vitara XL7 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (4 complaints, 27%), typically at around 52,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 injury. There is 1 safety recall covering this model year.
- 15owner complaints
- 1safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL7 problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 27% | 52,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 13% | 77,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 2 | 13% | 2,800 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 13% | 35,500 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 7% | 39,977 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 7% | — | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 7% | 167,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 7% | 23,500 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 7% | 100,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL7 recalls (1)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Fuel system, gasoline
Problem: 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.
Risk: Fuel loss in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
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.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 suzuki grand vitara xl7. While driving less than 55 mph, the passenger side brakes locked while the driver attempted to avoid a swerving vehicle. Two of the brake lines failed and the vehicle swerved uncontrollably to the right. The hoses also blew out and left the…
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 suzuki grand vitara xl-7. The contact stated that the fuel pump is burning inside the gas tank, which causes no connection to the battery of the vehicle. Suzuki advised him to bring the vehicle in for inspection. The vehicle is not drivable. He received a recall notice in…
Consumer complaining about engine noise involving the 2001 suzuki grand vitara.*mr consumer was told noise is from timing chain and had the tensioner adjuster assembly replaced. [xxx] is the vin. *tt information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr
My wife's 2001 suzuki xl-7 has made an engine noise since she bought it. We had it serviced at 32,000 miles for a recall and nothing was said by the service department ( still under warranty ) again at 64,000 plus we had it serviced and the service department said that the vehicle needed a new…
The timing chain snapped while traveling on the interstate causing the engine to cease. The damage to the engine and chain was $3600. This vehicle is 38 months old with 52,000 miles of wear: 2001 suzuki xl7. *jb
Other Suzuki Grand Vitara XL7 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2005 Grand Vitara XL7 | 2 | 0 |
| 2004 Grand Vitara XL7 | 17 | 1 |
| 2003 Grand Vitara XL7 | 13 | 3 |
| 2002 Grand Vitara XL7 | 26 | 2 |
| 2001 | 15 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL7?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, seat belts, tires problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL7?
Yes, 1 safety recall. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL7 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Grand Vitara XL7 model years, the 2001 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.