2001 Suzuki XL-7 Consumer Discussions

Suzuki XL-7 Problems and Solutions

• Re: Bad sound from engine area [jrvallejo]

  Written by: beachbrum on Jul 4, 2006 9:53:22 PM

  Would someone please describe the sounds the engine makes and how the vehicle drives that would indicate the timing chain adjuster is going bad. I have an 01 XL7 with about 54000 miles on it and runs great but don't want my timing chain to go out on me and a bad time. I am assuming Suzuki did not extend the warranty for this particular item. Unfortunately, 2001 was 3/36 warranty. ... Read More

Suzuki XL-7

• Gneeral carping and complaints

  Written by: pferraro on Jul 8, 2005 6:56:09 PM

  I've owned a 2001 Suzuki XL-7 since buying it new. Likes: great supsension, reasonable reliability, roomy but not too big. Dislikes: lousy retained value. These things drop value faster than Chrysler products. Dealer isn't exactly my favorite for service. And the tires/wheel package. I HATE the H rated 16 inch tires. Run factory pressure settings and yiu are guaranteed center wear on the tire. These things are over-tired. I'd be a ... Read More

• Re: 2001 xl-7 cd player [adomenic]

  Written by: offham on Jun 27, 2005 3:20:08 AM

  There is a separate manual on the radios.The models all seem to be the same in terms of operation, and as mentioned the only difference is in the AM and FM band with which appear to be insignificant. There maybe a cross over number from the ones I mentioned with Clarion to see if you can get a 6 CD changer or speak to your Suzuki dealer If you are looking ... Read More

• Re: 2001 xl-7 cd player [adomenic]

  Written by: offham on Jun 26, 2005 4:43:23 PM

  The radios are made by Clarion and models PS 2375, PS 2376 and PS 2377 are used by Suzuki. The different numbers relate to the AM and FM Frequency Ranges From the handbook looks if you can get a 6 CD changer as it has the capability to hook up to one. Need to check some of the car audio sites to see compatible models.

• spark problem

  Written by: ronlt2 on Jan 14, 2004 7:51:46 AM

  I just went on a trip and "happened" to be in the dealer shop getting something fixed (recall) and was told that Suzuki "recommends" that all XL7's use uridium spark plugs. This (in the shop) is about 120 bucks. I found the plugs for 7.50 apiece. Theyu say that our trucks will start missing and quit completely if this is not done. The idiot lite comes on saying service engine soon ... Read More

• Suzuki Reliability

  Written by: rctennis3811 on Nov 25, 2003 5:44:29 PM

  my family has a 2003 Suzuki XL7 Limited also, and I do not see why some Consumer (no names here!) magazines say that Suzuki quality is bad. the XL7 has a very nice interior, a quiet and smooth engine, and lots of features for the price!! i guess what drags the overall reliability of a auto manufacturer is one model that sticks out at POOR...(i think its the Vitara due to ... Read More

• Tire cupping and what to do?

  Written by: rplank on Jul 12, 2003 9:32:00 AM

  In my message #830 I complained about severe tire cupping on my 2001 XL-7 at 20,000 miles. Thanks for your responses. Here is my plan, give me some feedback please. I of course have to buy new tires. The dealer says my front end is not out of alignment and blames the tires. Since I have had my tires rotated every 3000 miles the cupping is visible on all tires but ... Read More

• 2001 XL-7

  Written by: louxl7 on Sep 26, 2002 4:11:52 PM

  34000 on my 2001 has been a good vehicle till now. In the dealers now for a front diff. problem doing an oil change on the diffs, transfer case and transmission this week noticed an oil leak around the right side axle where it enters the diff. Found about 1/4" slop in axle hub to diff. up and down. Concerned Suzuki mechanic trying to say its normal. They are replacing the ... Read More

• Keyless Remote problem

  Written by: xl7 on Jul 30, 2002 3:07:36 PM

  27000 + miles 2001 XL-7 Touring Model. Experienced a failure with the remote that locks and unlocks the doors. Replacing the battery (3V) did not cure the problem. However, the 2nd remote worked fine. Two were issued when the vehicle was purchased. The dealer advised that the entire remote unit must be replaced in order for two keyless remotes to work. It requires 1 to 2 hrs to replace. Not bad......27+ ... Read More

• reply to azpcdude39

  Written by: paride on Apr 11, 2002 5:50:26 AM

  I've owned my 2002 XL-7 Touring for a little over a month, and have taken it on a couple of 200 mile day trips to my father's house in Pennsylvania (we live in New York State). My wife, three children (ages 15,12 and 10) and I have found the XL-7 extremely comfortable on these trips. There's plenty of room for the kids. My father owns a 2001 Rav 4 and has ... Read More

• XL-7 Brake Noise

  Written by: paride on Apr 2, 2002 5:42:58 AM

  I'm wondering if any other XL-7 owners have had this situation. This weekend, I began to hear considerable noise from the rear end every time the brakes were applied at low speed. It sounds like metal scraping on metal, very much like the low front pad warning sensors I've had on other cars. I'll be calling the dealer service department on this today. Note that my XL-7 is a 2002 (don't ... Read More

• First "real" problem

  Written by: imadad1st on Dec 20, 2001 9:34:12 AM

  Finally took my XL-7 in to the dealer to have them diagnose a very quiet "gear noise" that I've been hearing since new. I had mentioned it to them once before (for my free 3K oil change), but I didn't have enough insight into the problem then, and they suggested that I wait to see if it was something that just went away upon futher breakin. Well, in short, it didn't. ... Read More

• Purchase nightmare? follow-up

  Written by: gadkins1 on Oct 9, 2001 12:51:45 PM

  Well, the word back from the dealer was that my brand new Suzuki XL7 suffered engine failure. No details were given but I was told the vehicle is sitting waiting for a replacement engine. Thanks to paisan's advice, I am close to a deal on a 2001 Trooper S. Thanks all for your input. God bless all.

• Looking

  Written by: scully62 on Sep 5, 2001 6:45:53 PM

  Hi Anne,I recently purchased the XL-7 Touring at the end of July.I've been very happy with my purchase. I researched many Suv's,I found Consumer Report magazine helpful as well as Edmund's. I went to a couple of Suzuki dealerships and received quotes for my trade in first then I negotiated the price of the XL-7.While you are negotiating it is important not to discuss monthly payments this is one way they ... Read More

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  Written by: lastsuzuki on Sep 5, 2001 5:45:41 AM

  Hello I was just surfing around and found this forum and was wondering if any other owners are having trouble with the xl7. I have had mine (2001 4x4 plus automatic)for 2 months with 2730kms so far I have had a Blown Engine, rattle in front windows and a squeaky exhaust, I have done no off-roading and very little highway driving. I have also noticed another xl7 with the engine being ... Read More

• SUZUKI ACCESSORIES

  Written by: xl7 on Aug 15, 2001 3:31:57 AM

  FYI! After several months MANIK has released brush guards & tail light covers for the XL-7 model. Visit the site www.autostyles.com and select the Suv section for accessories. Grille Guards for Suzuki99-01 Grand Vitara Grille Guard Black 2/4 F1 MNK.919050 $385.00 2001 Grand Vitara XL-7 Grille Guard Black 2/4 F1 MNK.919051 $385.00 99-01 Grand Vitara Taillight Guards Black 2/4 RT2 _________________________________________________ MNK.919059 $137.00 2001 Grand Vitara XL-7 Taillight Guards Black 2/4 ... Read More

• Correct CD changer for your 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7

  Written by: hotrodc on May 26, 2001 8:03:46 AM

  Hello Grand Vitara XL-7 owners. Hope you are enjoying the car as much as I. Here is some helpful info for you. The DC changer to match the Clarion unit in you car utilizes a DE net connection and not a DC Bus connection as indicated my the dealership and Crutch field. The best place to buy the direct plug up changer is Crutch field. The have the correct unit for ... Read More

• Correct Clarion CD changer for my 2001 Grand Vitara XL-7

  Written by: hotrodc on May 10, 2001 3:30:05 AM

  Hello, I recently purchased a Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 and I would like to add a CD changer but not through the dealer. The head unit is Clarion and the model numbers on the front of the brochure are PS-2363, PS-2373 and PS-2374. I purchased a Clarion changer from Crutchfield (Model CDC-635) which uses a Cbus connection but that doesn't work. Can anyone tell me which changer will work with this ... Read More

• It is in!

  Written by: isellpotiac on Dec 12, 2000 8:35:58 PM

  Upstate NY- We just unloaded 9 2001 Suzuki XL-7 off the truck-be right back I see customer out on the lot!

• Edmund's Review-

  Written by: pocahontas on Nov 29, 2000 2:23:57 PM

  Here's a direct link to Edmund's First Drive of the 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7, by Karl Brauer. What do you think? ;-) Pocahontas, Edmunds.com/Roving Host