2006 Suzuki XL-7 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other XL-7 years
- About as many complaints as other years 5th of 9 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 28 complaints with NHTSA about the 2006 Suzuki XL-7. That ranks 5th out of 9 XL-7 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (10 complaints, 36%), typically at around 60,294 miles. Complaints mention 7 crashes, 9 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 28owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 7complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2006 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 10 | 36% | 60,294 | — | — |
| Steering | 5 | 18% | 89,505 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 3 | 11% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 3 | 11% | 25,718 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 7% | 7,950 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 7% | 109 | — | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 7% | 83,438 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 4% | 109 | — | — |
| Engine | 1 | 4% | 210,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 4% | — | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 4% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 4% | 16,480 | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 4% | 43,436 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 4% | 20,625 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 4% | 7,900 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2006 Suzuki XL-7 recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Steering:hydraulic power assist:pump
Problem: Suzuki is recalling certain model year model year 2006 grand vitara and model year 2005-2006 xl-7 vehicles. The tension adjuster pulley for the drive belt that operates the power steering pump and air conditioner compressor (if equipped) has an outer portion that is made of plastic. Repeated heat stress can cause the plastic material to deteriorate and pieces of the pulley can break off.
Risk: Broken pieces of the pulley can get caught between the pulley and the drive belt, causing the drive belt to come off and resulting in the driver needing increased effort to steer the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the power steering pump drive belt tension adjuster pulley free of charge. The safety recall began on june 28, 2010. Owners may contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.
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.
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.
I had the timing chain replaced at approximately 100,000 miles under warranty. It had to be replaced at approximately 200,000 miles. The timing chain failed at approximately 210,000 miles and stopped running while being driven. The timing chain should not need to be replaced so often and i have…
I went out to start my vehicle one morning. After turning the ignition on, the airbag light on the instrument cluster came on, and at the same time the passenger airbag notification light started flashing on the center console. The vehicle was stationary. After calling the local dealership who…
I was driving my children home and i heard a thudding in the engine like something was breaking. The air conditioner went hot instantly and i tried to change lanes to pull to a stop to look at it. When i stopped and tried to turn the corner, i found it very difficult to steer. I couldn't turn…
Suzuki has not provided information about their vehicles for the air bag recall. As a 71 year old, weighing only 90 pounds, i am concerned about the air bags in my car. Since suzuki pulled their auto unit out of the us a few years ago, those of us who purchased a suzuki have been left hanging high…
When getting on the interstate, car suddenly lost speed but rpm's kept going up, could not go over 40, when pulled over, put in park but engine kept revving up. *tr
Other Suzuki XL-7 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 XL-7 | 5 | 0 |
| 2008 XL-7 | 74 | 0 |
| 2007 XL-7 | 138 | 2 |
| 2006 | 28 | 2 |
| 2005 XL-7 | 18 | 2 |
| 2004 XL-7 | 45 | 2 |
| 2003 XL-7 | 24 | 2 |
| 2002 XL-7 | 35 | 2 |
| 2001 XL-7 | 13 | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2006 Suzuki XL-7?
Owners most often report air bags, steering, electrical system problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 10 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2006 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 2006 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 2006 has about as many complaints as a typical year. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.