Suzuki XL7 Suzuki XL7

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Suzuki XL7 repairs by problem area

Engine (42%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (26%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (0%)

Chart based on 38 repairs.
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Suzuki XL7 engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (6%)

$500 - $999 (6%)

$100 - $499 (44%)

< $100 (44%)

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Chart based on 16 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Suzuki XL7 4dr SUV

252-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

91000 mi Needed a new engine installed, that god it was covered underwarranty 

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2007 Suzuki XL7

Engine not specified

88000 mi intermittent code for EVAP sensor malfunction 

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2007 Suzuki XL7 4dr SUV

252-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

30000 mi Car ran rough and surged at mid speed. Fault was a loose connection on a cam sensor. 
36000 mi Fixed oil leak on timing cover. Warranty covered. 14.3 hours labor for this job. $1517 total  

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2007 Suzuki XL7 4dr SUV

252-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD

44000 mi

US $1250
Manumatic linkage box fuses went bad. Suzuki only offers replacement of the entire linkage box ($700+) instead of $30 fuses that mechanic could have easily replaced had they been available from manufacturer. Very frustrating. 
17000 mi

US $350
This was the 3rd time in the shop. I traded the junk off. Lost two computers and it still ran poorly. I have never before traded in a car with only 18,000 miles on it. 
39000 mi

US $100
Whining sound. Oil sludge build up. Timing chain stretched. Only solution offered was engine replacement at $4,970.00 plus tax. Manufacturer would not warranty repair of engine, their opinion the engine was abused. 
13000 mi Tightened nuts on engine mount (strut type) 
15000 mi Replaced engine mount (strut type) per TSB 

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2006 Suzuki XL7 4dr SUV, ext.

185-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

9000 mi

US $202
EGR Valve failed and was sending a code for the Check Engine Light, which caused it to fail emissions test. It is very inconveniently placed behind and underneath the intake, and required disassembly of the entire intake manifold. EGR Valve failed and was sending a code for the Check Engine Light, which caused it to fail emissions test. It is very inconveniently placed behind and underneath the intake, and required disassembly of the entire intake manifold. 

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2005 Suzuki XL7

Engine not specified

99200 mi

$800
oil leaking 

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2003 Suzuki XL7 4dr SUV, ext.

183-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

133300 mi

C $200
replaced timing chain tensioner, guides, and water pump. 

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2002 Suzuki XL7 4dr SUV, ext.

183-horsepower 2.7L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

93000 mi

C $280
Replace front brake shoes; replace 4WD vacuum pump; replace A/C condenser fan 
97960 mi

C $200
Replace right front oxygen sensor, Very difficult access. 
129952 mi

C $200
Exhaust repair 

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Suzuki XL7 Engine Problems

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