Five problems related to steering noise have been reported for the 2008 Suzuki XL7. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2008 Suzuki XL7 based on all problems reported for the 2008 XL7.
Many, many gm products are being recalled due to faulty ignition switches, and the Xl7 shares a lot of parts and similarities with the equinox, vue, and so on. Can it be determined if the 2008 Suzuki Xl7 uses the same ignition switch? also, for at least three years, a groaning noise emanates from the steering wheel upon turns. We owned a new 2006 Chevrolet hhr that made a similar sound that the dealer was unable to remedy.
At slow speeds the steering wheel makes noises when being turned in each direction. Almost feels like a loss of steering power and is difficult to turn. It was noticed after purchase and dealer could not identify the issue. Have continued to use the vehicle, and problem persists. Reviewed internet for recalls. Don't see any, but see plenty of other people with the exact same issue.
Steering has been an ongoing issue at low speeds. Almost feels like the power steering has gone out and turned manual. Also noises come from steering when making turns. This care was produced on a general motors assembly line. All the gm cars were just recalled for steering problems. Why isn't this brand of vehicles being recalled?.
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. The recall is #10v250000 steering hydraulic power assist-pump potential unit affected #46549. My vehicle is Suzuki Xl7 2008. I had this vehicle inspected and confirmed the same problem as the Suzuki Xl7 2006 and agreed that driving this vehicle is unsafe and potential danger.
The contact owns a 2008 Suzuki Xl7 limited. The contact stated that while driving at low speeds and making a turn, he would hear a winding noise from the steering. The vehicle was then taken to a dealer and the contact was informed that the steering rack had failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. Approximately one year later the failure recurred. The failure mileage was approximately 30,300. The VIN was unavailable.