Electrical System Problems of Suzuki XL7

Suzuki XL7 owners have reported 43 electrical system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 15 most common electrical system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's electrical system (23 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's wiring (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Electrical System problems of Suzuki XL7

The Electrical System problem

The contact owns a 2008 Suzuki. The contact stated that when the vehicle was powered on the alarm would not shut off and the electrical system is not working speed, however no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer.   Read details...

The Wiring problem

The engine overheated due to wiring shorting out on two fan motors. No fuse was tripped or light came on. Both motors shorted causing the connectors in the wiring harness to melt. Melting was discovered by local dealer. The wiring is being removed. I have pictures and I have documented the problem.   Read details...

The Battery problem

The SUV made a strange sound on Sunday morning as we attempted to crank it up and go to church (September 3rd, 2006). . After church it made another strange sound we made it home and the power completely went out in our driveway. . . (2) on Monday (labor day, September 4,2006). .   Read details...

The Alternator/generator/regulator problem

The air bag is malfunctioning, the lights kept coming on. The dealer I bought the vehicle from agreed to fix the problem if I purchased the vehicle. Well it was too expensive so the ended replacing the pass. Seat airbag module with a used seat from another used vehicle.   Read details...

The Ignition Switch problem

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   Read details...




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