2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 problems

Filed Mar 18, 2009 · Brakes · 100,000 miles · LA

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 suzuki grand vitara xl7. While driving less than 55 MPH, the passenger side brakes locked while the driver attempted to avoid a swerving vehicle. Two of the brake lines failed and the vehicle swerved uncontrollably to the right. The hoses also blew out and left the vehicle without any brakes. The driver was able to maneuver the vehicle off the road to safety. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 05v452000 (service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:rotor). The contact would have to pay more than $200 to replace the brakes. The failure and current mileages were less than 100,000.

Filed Jun 14, 2007 · Fuel system · 167,000 miles · AR

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 suzuki grand vitara xl-7. The contact stated that the fuel pump is burning inside the gas tank, which causes no connection to the battery of the vehicle. Suzuki advised him to bring the vehicle in for inspection. The vehicle is not drivable. He received a recall notice in the mail for a fuel pressure regulator. The contact has not had the recall serviced for his vehicle. The current and failure mileages were 167,000.

Filed Jul 13, 2005 · Engine · GA

Consumer complaining about engine noise involving the 2001 suzuki grand vitara.*mr consumer was told noise is from timing chain and had the tensioner adjuster assembly replaced. [xxx] is the VIN. *tt information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Apr 29, 2005 · Engine · NC

My wife's 2001 suzuki xl-7 has made an engine noise since she bought it. We had it serviced at 32,000 miles for a recall and nothing was said by the service department ( still under warranty ) again at 64,000 plus we had it serviced and the service department said that the vehicle needed a new timing belt tesioner put on for around $1300.00 dollars. I called the customer service department and they said to go by a dealership and get the district manager's number to talk to him about the problem. I did , and I called : only to be totally disrespected by the district manager ([xxx]) , he really didn't like the fact that I got his phone number and told me so ; I hope he likes it now! The service department where we bought this vehicle has really not shown any concern about my family having problems with this vehicle either so I'm telling everyone that donald craig suzuki in mooresville , nc could care less about your problems after you buy a car from them and their service department is even worse. Their service manager hasn't bothered to even contact me even after a complaint to the district manager ( who's a real jerk) and a complaint to suzuki's corporate headquarters. I hope that noone else gets mixed up[ with this group but if you do or have please give them a call and voice your complaint : I'm sure they would love to here from you!. *ak information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Dec 28, 2004 · Engine · 52,000 miles · NJ

The timing chain snapped while traveling on the interstate causing the engine to cease. The damage to the engine and chain was $3600. This vehicle is 38 months old with 52,000 miles of wear: 2001 suzuki xl7.

Filed Sep 17, 2004 · Airbags · 39,977 miles · MD

The clock spring switch failed. As a result, air bag sensor light came on. Consumer was concerned that the air bag will not deploy upon impact.

Filed Jun 4, 2004 · Seat belts · 77,000 miles · VA · 1 injury

The rear driver side seat belt twisted around the child's waist. As a result, the child was trapped for 7 hours. The consumer had to cut the seat belt in order to release the child. *ak *sc

Filed Apr 26, 2004 · Tires · 2,800 miles · NH

While driving, all 4 tires malfunctioned. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. Bridgestone, 235/60r16.

Filed Apr 8, 2004 · Acceleration · PR

Letter requesting reports related to the defect on the inner accelerator cable of the suzuki grand vitara nd grand vitara xl-7. *ph consumer had to contact manufacturer, and they're able to provide consumer with reports and information with the component.

Filed Mar 12, 2004 · Acceleration · 35,500 miles · PR

Consumer received a recall the federal safety agency 03v51200 regarding vehicle speed control cable casing cap. Dealership still did not have the parts available to conduct recall repairs.