MYRModel Year Report

2006 Suzuki XL-7

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2006 Suzuki XL-7
RENDERED 2026-08-02T13:55:46.554Z

Only 28 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 28 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Suzuki XL-7 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2006 highlighted. 2001: 13 complaints 2001 2002: 35 complaints 2002 2003: 24 complaints 2003 2004: 45 complaints 2004 2005: 18 complaints 2005 2006: 28 complaints 2006
2006: 28 complaints
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YearComplaints
200113
200235
200324
200445
200518
200628

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 28 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

AIR BAGS

8 of 28 total reports mention: air bags.

CRASH
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THE OCM SENSOR IN THE PASSENGER SEAT HAS FAILED. THEREFORE MY PASSENGER AIRBAG WILL NOT DEPLOY IN THE EVENT OF AN ACCIDENT. I AM THE ONLY DRIVER OF THIS VEHICLE SINCE I PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE IN 2007. THE PASSENGER SEAT HAS RARELY BEEN USED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20131017

STEERING

3 of 28 total reports mention: steering.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 SUZUKI XL7. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH AND ATTEMPTING TO SWITCH TO LANES, THE POWER STEERING ASSIST SUDDENLY MALFUNCTIONED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140206

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

3 of 28 total reports mention: electrical system.

STEERING

2 of 28 total reports mention: steering.

CRASH INJURY
SERVICE BRAKES

2 of 28 total reports mention: service brakes.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20051110 — service brakes, hydraulic

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

Remedy: 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

Campaign 05V452000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20100628 — steering

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 AI

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 10V250000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2006 Suzuki XL-7 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (8 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 05V452000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 10V250000 (steering) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2006 Suzuki XL-7 reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Suzuki XL-7?

The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2006 Suzuki XL-7 have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.