KnownCarProblems2004 Suzuki XL7 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 45 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Suzuki XL7, most often about the air bags (60% of complaints, typically around 58,000 miles). It is the 3rd most complained-about XL7 model year since 2000 and has 2 recalls.
Most common 2004 Suzuki XL7 problems
Air bags
27 complaints · 60%Half of these problems showed up before 58,000 miles. Parts named most often: frontal, side/window.
Air bag indicator light came on and clock stopped working-mechanic stated there is a problem with the passenger seat sensor in this model-they wanted $100 to put on computer to verify and it would be $2000 to repair-if gov mandates air bags in vehicles it should mandate a recall if there is a known problem-I have…
On a 2004 Suzuki XL7 having 58,000 miles the clock/temp display is flashing and airbag light on instrument panel remains on. The passenger air bag light is not lit indicating there is a problem with this portion of the airbag system. The Suzuki dealer informed me that besides the passenger air bag being non-functional…
Brakes
9 complaints · 20%Half of these problems showed up before 21,000 miles. Parts named most often: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, foundation components, antilock.
While driving on an incline at 15 MPH and applying the brake pedal consumer heard a clicking sound, and lost brakingpower. Consumer's vehicle ran into the back of another vehicle. Dealer was not notified.
We purchased a 2004 XL7 may 28 2004 and currently the vehicle has approximately 38k miles. So far we have had to replace the brake lining twice so the vehicle is now on it's third set of brakes. This seems to be a problem. My father also has the same vehicle, with 36k miles. He too has had the brake lining replaced…
Speed control
6 complaints · 13%Parts named most often: accelerator pedal.
Recall 03v51200 affected part of the 2004 XL7 but not those produced after 6/13/2003. The latter vehicles have the same problem with the accelerater cable sticking. On march 18, 2017 my wife's cable got stuck and her vehicle almost rear ended a diesel truck on highway 99 south in sacramento, ca. If she hadn't put the…
Electrical
4 complaints · 9%Parts named most often: alternator/generator/regulator.
: the contact stated after an accident, water began to leak on the passenger side floorboard from under the dash. The dealership determined the water leak was not a problem. The water leak caused the circuit board to short and the heater, defrost, and air conditioner are now inoperable.
Tl contact owns a 2004 Suzuki xl-7. When the contact started the vehicle, the battery and ABS warning lights illuminated. The 4x2 light began flashing on and off. While driving 50 MPH, the radio began blinking off and on. The contact attempted to roll the window down and the radio completely shut off. He pulled off…
Seat belts
3 complaints · 7%Accidental emergency brake activation. Only one wheel locked up that on passenger side causing the vehicle to spin out of control into a guardrail. Also, airbags did not deploy and seatbelt restraints allowed upper body to move freely into interior components.
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2004 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 2004 Suzuki XL7
- What are the most common problems with the 2004 Suzuki XL7?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: air bags (27 complaints, typically around 58,000 miles); brakes (9 complaints, typically around 21,000 miles); speed control (6 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2004 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 2004 a bad year for the Suzuki XL7?
- It is the 3rd most complained-about XL7 model year since 2000, with 45 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.