2008 Suzuki XL7
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
- Complaints
- 74
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Steering
None on file
None on file
35% of complaints
Complaints per year
2008: 74 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 138 |
| 2008 | 74 |
| 2009 | 5 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Steering
35% · 26 reportsMost commonly citing rack and pinion and hydraulic power assist system.
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My stability traction light came on which turned stc off, in addition it turned off the awd. The power steering only works at faster speeds. I've almost wrecked this car on many occasions due to this. It's horribly unsafe in the rain.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-12-20
Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc)
Driving the Suzuki on multiple occasion when I begin to turn the steering wheel stiffens and it almost impossible to turn. I must you both hands and forcefully turn the steering wheel.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-07-05
Power steering wheel hard to control. Power steering wheel makes noise. Power steering fluid gets very low. Needs to be refilled very often. I have been informed on the NHTSA website that there is a recall for the vehicle Suzuki XL7 2006.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-07-15
Engine
26% · 19 reportsShow complaint excerpts
While driving 20 miles per hour on an icy road the service traction control, service stability control, service awd, and reduced engine power lights came on. The engine seized and surged and my brakes were inoperable.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-02-04
Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc) and service brakes
Electronic stability control (esc)
19% · 14 reportsElectrical system
14% · 10 reportsMost commonly citing fuses and circuit breakers.
Structure
12% · 9 reportsMost commonly citing body and door.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Suzuki XL7. The contact stated that the struts that held the rear trunk hatch in place failed, and caused the hatch to abruptly strike the contact on the head while in the rear of the vehicle.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-12-30
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2008 Suzuki XL7 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 26 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 19 reports on file for this year.
- Electronic stability control (esc): 14 reports on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2008 Suzuki XL7 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 2008 Suzuki XL7?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 35% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Suzuki XL7 have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.