KnownCarProblems2002 Suzuki XL7 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 35 complaints with NHTSA about the 2002 Suzuki XL7, most often about the speed control (20% of complaints). It is 4th of 9 XL7 model years by number of complaints and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2002 Suzuki XL7 problems
Speed control
7 complaints · 20%Parts named most often: accelerator pedal, cables.
First occasion approx 1/04 - backing up out of a parking spot and car accelerated uncontrollably on its own. I put both feet on the brake and still could not stop vehicle-had to put car in park to stop. If someone was in back of me I would have caused a crash. Simultaneous with this incident, I received a recall from…
Nhtsa recall 03v-512 000. Accelerator cable casing cap: this recall was done on january 22,2004. Consumer have a concern that their vehicle was involved in an accident on july 9,2004, which the vehicle suddenly accelerated out of control while driving off a gravel parking lot of 5 MPH. Condition causes the vehicle to…
Engine
7 complaints · 20%Half of these problems showed up before 53,000 miles. Parts named most often: engine, cooling system.
Tl contact owns a 2002 Suzuki xl-7. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the contact heard a knocking sound. The air conditioning shut off and she exited off the interstate. In addition, the power steering would not allow her to turn properly. She turned off the vehicle and attempted to restart it, but the failures…
2002 Suzuki XL7 A/C compressor. While driving at 65-70 MPH on the highway, the air conditioning compressor locked up and snapped the belt causing the power steering to stop working and the car to overheat. I paid 1200 to have it fixed about 2 years ago. Now the new one is making a lot of noise and needs to be…
Transmission
4 complaints · 11%Parts named most often: automatic transmission, driveline, transfer case (4-wheel drive), axle assembly.
When on the freeway and accellerating over 55mph, a rattling-vibrations sound occurs. It sounds like its coming from the 4WD stick or gear shaft area. The center console was pulled off and carpet and wires were checked to see if some thing was stuck but nothing was found.
Consumer purchased this vehicle about a month ago. Several days after purchase the suspension malfunctioned. The vehicle was very difficult to maneuver. There was an incident where consumer came to a 4 way stop, as the consumer was making a right turn, it broke down. This was due to the rear axle shaft.
Brakes
4 complaints · 11%Parts named most often: foundation components.
Inner front brake pads fell out of the brake calipers causing the caliper piston to directly contact the brake rotor. This wore down the rotor and caliper piston causing both to require replacement. This also caused braking to be greatly reduced.
I am changing my front brakes every other month and the caliper has been bad now for a few months. This is the only car I have ever had to do this with. In fact a few weeks after changing the brakes. They are grinding and the ABS light comes on occasionally. This cannot be normal for any vehicle. I do not know where…
Steering
4 complaints · 11%Tl contact owns a 2002 Suzuki xl-7. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the contact heard a knocking sound. The air conditioning shut off and she exited off the interstate. In addition, the power steering would not allow her to turn properly. She turned off the vehicle and attempted to restart it, but the failures…
Ac compressor went out twice in my 2002 Suzuki xl-7. Once in august 2009 and again in may 2012. I had to have it replaced twice because it was a pretty hot summer. It assume if the car last another few years, I will have to replace it again. How annoying! Also, after the summer months, during the winter months when I…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2002 Suzuki XL7 recalls
Brakes: rotor
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.
Full defect summary
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.
Speed control: cables
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.
Full defect summary
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.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2002 Suzuki XL7
- What are the most common problems with the 2002 Suzuki XL7?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: speed control (7 complaints); engine (7 complaints, typically around 53,000 miles); transmission (4 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2002 Suzuki XL7 have?
- 2 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from October 5, 2005 (brakes). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2002 a bad year for the Suzuki XL7?
- It is 4th of 9 XL7 model years by number of complaints, with 35 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.