Suzuki XL7 owners have reported 5 wheel related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 1 most common wheel problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's wheel (5 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Wheel problems |
Traction control system comes on vehicle slows down and wheels stop spinning, braking system becomes stiff, there seems to be a change in motor sounds when this happens. This has to be a manufacturer defect in this vehicle.
Brakes is to hard and the tides and I can move to drive and the check engine is on all the time and the light stability control too.
Randomly the "service passenger air bag" message is displayed and passenger air bag light goes on and off. Service tire monitoring system message randomly displayed.
Check engine light code: p008 (validated through a local parts store) air bag sensor light tire sensor light all are on or off or a combination of any of them.
The contact owns a 2007 Suzuki Xl7. The contact stated that the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the evap purge valve was defective. In addition, the contact stated that while driving at 55 mph, the vehicle would shake and had a loud noise coming from the front wheels. Also, the contact mentioned that the air bag sensor had malfunctioned. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who stated that the front wheel bearing needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.