Fuel Pump problems of the 2007 Suzuki XL7

The contact owns a 2007 Suzuki Xl7. The contact stated while approaching the vehicle, the contact became aware of gasoline fumes outside of the vehicle. Additionally, while attempting to start the vehicle, several attempts were needed to start the vehicle. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact stated that the failure was with the pressure line attached to fuel pump which leaked and cracked. The mechanic installed a seal into the crack of the fuel pump to temporarily repair the failure. The mechanic recommended that the fuel pump be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacture was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 194,000.

The contact owns a 2007 Suzuki Xl7. The contact stated that he became aware that the fuel pump was leaking fuel nearby the rear passenger's side tire. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and he was informed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet diagnosed nor repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 223,000.

2007 Suzuki Xl7. Consumer writes in regards to a defective fuel pump module. The consumer stated he/she didn't receive a recall notice, until five years later, following Suzuki's testing that a defect existed. The consumer would like to have the matter investigated and impose fines against general motors, Suzuki and bosch, due to their intentional concealment and untimely delay at issuing a recall. Updated 11/18/13 updated 11/25/13.