2001 Suzuki XL-7 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XL-7 years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 8th of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA about the 2001 Suzuki XL-7. That ranks 8th out of 9 XL-7 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (3 complaints, 23%), typically at around 51,000 miles. Complaints mention 2 crashes, 1 fire, 1 injury. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 13owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 2complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2001 Suzuki XL-7 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 | 3 | 23% | 51,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 3 | 23% | 106,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 15% | — | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 15% | 2,528 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 8% | 49,225 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 8% | 105,000 | — | — |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 8% | 37,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 8% | 21,500 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 8% | 37,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2001 Suzuki XL-7 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor
Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with 16-inch wheels, the front brake discs may break under severe driving conditions. The breakage can occur in conditions where the vehicle is driven on a regular basis on extremely steep paved down-slopes while continuously applying the brakes.
Risk: The front brakes may become inoperative and the vehicle may pull to one side. This could result in a crash without prior warning.
Fix: Dealers will replace the front brake discs on these vehicles. The recall began on november 10, 2005. These vehicles are located on st. Thomas island (virgin islands). Owners may contact suzuki del caribe at 787-622-0600.
Vehicle speed control:cables
Problem: On certain sport utility vehicles, the accelerator cable casing cap that is attached to the vehicle firewall can crack due to extended exposure to forces from the accelerator cable and insufficient long-term durability of the plastic casing cap. If the casing cap becomes cracked, movement of the inner accelerator cable through the cap can cause the inner accelerator cable to become frayed.
Risk: If the inner accelerator cable becomes frayed, it can stick during vehicle operation. In the case where an accelerator cable sticks, the driver could have difficulty controlling vehicle speed, which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the accelerator cable, which includes the plastic casing cap. Owner notification began on january 5, 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 xl7 . The contact stated that when turning the vehicle on there was smoking coming from the right front bumper. The contact noticed that it was actually coming from the light bulb when flames started to form. There were damages to the front bumper and the…
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 suzuki xl-7. Since july of 2009, the air conditioning unit has been binding and freezing up. The contact pulled the fuse so that the air conditioner compressor would not freeze up. He does not activate the air conditioning due to concern that the belt may snap off while…
A/c compressor seizing/ just over 100,000 miles and mechanic said this is defect and common but suzuki is ignoring problem. Also this could cause serious accident if occurs while driving. *tr
I have a 2001 suzuki xl-7 the ac compressor started making a noise when you turned it on. And then one day we where driving down the road and i turned the air on and my vehicle died. We coasted off the road and tried to start it, but nothing. So, i turned the switch off to the air and the vehicle…
Dt*: the contact stated a loud whining noise was heard while depressing the accelerator pedal. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who determined the rear differential and the front axel bearing needed to be replaced. *ak
Other Suzuki XL-7 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 XL-7 | 5 | 0 |
| 2008 XL-7 | 74 | 0 |
| 2007 XL-7 | 138 | 2 |
| 2006 XL-7 | 28 | 2 |
| 2005 XL-7 | 18 | 2 |
| 2004 XL-7 | 45 | 2 |
| 2003 XL-7 | 24 | 2 |
| 2002 XL-7 | 35 | 2 |
| 2001 | 13 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Suzuki XL-7?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, equipment, vehicle speed control problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 3 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2001 Suzuki XL-7?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2001 Suzuki XL-7 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other XL-7 model years, the 2001 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.