2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 3about this part
- Share
- 12%of 26 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 2,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 3 complaints about the electrical system of the 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7, 12% of the 26 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 2,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I have a 2002 xl7 with 11,000 miles tires already have no tread, I also have problems with passenger side window making an awful noise. Sometimes when I give it gas it doesn't respond and will just plain give out on me... I suggest no one buy one please it gives SUV's a bad name. If anyone has info on my problems please contact me.”
NHTSA complaint #10048795, filed 2003-11, 2,000 miles“Started my vehicle and noticed a burning smell. Backed out of my garage and the back door arm rest was smoking. Shut the car off and put out fire. Called the Suzuki shop and they had me drive it in. My electrical warranty was expired. They replaced fuse, switch, handle and wire comp. On the rear door. $561.00 later I picked up the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #10158644, filed 2006-05Electrical system: other model years
Other parts of the 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7
7 complaintsVehicle speed control
5 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsEngine
2 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsElectronic stability control
1 complaintsOther or unknown
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaintsSteering
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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