2009 Suzuki XL7
Only 5 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 5 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 5
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
2009: 5 complaints
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2007 | 138 |
| 2008 | 74 |
| 2009 | 5 |
Known problem areas
Only 5 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Tires
1 of 5 total reports mentions: tires, most commonly citing pressure monitoring and regulating systems.
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I have a 2009 Suzuki XL7 with 33,000 miles on it. The first cold day of the year my check tire pressure lite cam on.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-11-03
Suspension
1 of 5 total reports mentions: suspension.
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I purchased a vehicle used and the dealer committed fraud by not disclose previous accidents and or required previously know repairs. Engine light came on and the vehicle cannot be driven. Only had it 5 days and less than 100 miles driven.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-12-13
Also filed under Power train
Structure
1 of 5 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Suzuki XL7. While driving approximately 30 MPH ,the hood suddenly flew open. The contact stopped the vehicle and noticed that the strut that held the hood up was fractured.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-07-05
Power train
1 of 5 total reports mentions: power train.
Fuel/propulsion system
1 of 5 total reports mentions: fuel/propulsion system.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Suzuki XL7. While operating the vehicle, the fuel gauge displayed false information erroneously, indicating that there was no fuel in the fuel tank. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-08-14
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2009 Suzuki XL7 — pre-purchase inspection
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- Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
- Suspension: 1 report on file for this year.
- Structure: 1 report on file for this year.
FAQ
- Is the 2009 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 2009 Suzuki XL7?
- The most-reported component is tires, accounting for 20% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2009 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.