Speed Control Cable problems of the 2002 Suzuki XL7

Three problems related to speed control cable have been reported for the 2002 Suzuki XL7. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Speed Control Cable problem

Failure Date: 03/01/2005

While backing out of a parking space, the vehicle suddenly/unexpectedly accelerated. The consumer applied the brakes hard and turned off the ignition switch. The dealer was notified at this time. During acceleration cracked differential, do not know what the caused. Maybe dealer didn't fix prior recall which had to do with accelerator cable. Vehicle was revving up, it's a good thing consumer wife shut the ignition off. Consumer warranty had to pay $1543. 34 for what they feel was the dealers fault which is not fair.

2 Speed Control Cable problem

Failure Date: 07/09/2004

Nhtsa recall 03v-512 000. Accelerator cable casing cap: this recall was done on January 22,2004. Consumer have a concern that their vehicle was involved in an accident on July 9,2004, which the vehicle suddenly accelerated out of control while driving off a gravel parking lot of 5 mph. Condition causes the vehicle to hit a parking vehicle before stopping. Please provide any further information.

3 Speed Control Cable problem

Failure Date: 03/03/2004

Consumer received NHTSA recall 03v512000 regarding accelerator cable casing cap. Dealership did not have the parts available to perform recall repairs. No dealership in puerto rico had the parts on recall available.


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