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2007 Suzuki XL7 reliability record

Every consumer complaint and recall the U.S. government (NHTSA) has on file for the 2007 Suzuki XL7 — the repair risk behind the ownership cost.

Source-verified · 2026NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation Official source ↗
NHTSA complaints
207
7 in the last 5 years
Top problem area
STEERING
28 complaints
Recalls on record
1
see below
Reported harm
2 injuries · 5 fires

How this record compares

raw NHTSA counts, not defect rates

Complaint rank

#2,486

of 4,194 vehicle records

Vs Suzuki median

+33

median 175 across 14 Suzuki records

Vs 2005-2009

-62

median 270 complaints in 846 records

Top component share

14%

Steering: 28 complaints

What owners report fails — 2007 Suzuki XL7

  • STEERING 28
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 23
  • AIR BAGS 21
  • ENGINE 20
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 18

1 recall on record for the 2007 Suzuki XL7

  • NHTSA 12V597000 · 2013 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
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These are unverified consumer reports and manufacturer recalls filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration — not validated defect rates, and not adjusted for how many 2007 Suzuki XL7 units were produced or sold. High-volume and older vehicles naturally accumulate more complaints. Use this as one research signal, not a verdict on any individual vehicle. Data as of 2026. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation (public domain).

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2007 Suzuki XL7 reliable?

NHTSA has 207 consumer complaints on record for the 2007 Suzuki XL7 and 1 recall. The most-reported problem area is steering (28 reports). These are unverified consumer reports filed with the government, not validated failure rates, and are not adjusted for how many 2007 Suzuki XL7 units were produced — popular vehicles naturally accumulate more reports.

What are the most common problems with the 2007 Suzuki XL7?

Owners most often report problems with: steering (28), fuel/propulsion system (23), air bags (21), engine (20). Each figure is the number of complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.

How much does it cost to own a 2007 Suzuki XL7?

Ownership cost depends on your state taxes, insurance, fuel, and the maintenance the vehicle's reliability record implies. Use the CarOutlay 5-year TCO calculator to estimate the full cost including the repair risk this complaint record suggests.

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