2007 Suzuki XL7 Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 31about this part
- Share
- 22%of 138 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 112,500miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 31 complaints about the fuel system of the 2007 Suzuki XL7, 22% of the 138 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 112,500 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“When I fill up my tank my vehicle has trouble starting and also makes a noise while starting.the temperature gage no longer works and the blinker handle has to be manually turn off after turning.please let me know whats going on.this SUV now has 95,000 miles love it but am concerned is this a pricey repair.need to know if there's any recalls for my vehicle.a concerned owner.”
NHTSA complaint #10593970, filed 2014-05, 93,000 miles“My vehicle had the initial issue of the gas leak one week after purchase. My heat stopped working in 2010 and now when the car is stopped for gas, it won't restart normally, have to twist the key in the ignition several times before the vehicle starts. The engine light stays on and no one seems to know how to get it off making it difficult to get my car inspected. Any recalls that would explain any of these issues?”
NHTSA complaint #10660057, filed 2014-11, 115,000 miles“There are multiple issues with my 2007 XL-7. Most recently it's been the smell of burning wires coming from either the steering column or under the dashboard which I will need to get inspected asap. I read one other complaint posted on 2/29/12 stating the same problem of smelling burning wires which ended in the vehicle being engulfed in flames and the family running for their lives. I've already had a so called tune-up from the local dealer about 1 1/2 years ago, but I now have issues starting the vehicle when I get gas. …”
NHTSA complaint #10514437, filed 2013-05, 119,000 miles“There are multiple issues with my 2007 XL-7. Most recently it's been the smell of burning wires coming from either the steering column or under the dashboard which I will need to get inspected asap. I read one other complaint posted on 2/29/12 stating the same problem of smelling burning wires which ended in the vehicle being engulfed in flames and the family running for their lives. I've already had a so called tune-up from the local dealer about 1 1/2 years ago, but I now have issues starting the vehicle when I get gas. …”
NHTSA complaint #10514447, filed 2013-05, 119,000 miles“The airbag system had to be replaced at 16,000 miles b/c of warping & the airbags beginning to release. Then, not 1 time but 3 times the visor assembly had to be replaced. At 26,900 miles I reported problems with the gear shift, A/C & radio assembly & this had to be replaced. I reported complaints of hearing a loud noise coming from my steering wheel column when driving & they stated that it was just rubber rubbing up against rubber. After 30,000 miles I took it back & complained & they said it was my steering column & pin that needed to be replaced & my warranty for that part was gone off. …”
NHTSA complaint #10534408, filed 2013-08, 15,791 milesRelated recalls
- 12V597000Dec 20, 2012American Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2007 XL-7 vehicles originally sold or currently registered in Arizona, California, Nevada, and Texas; and…Covers: Suzuki XL7 2007
Related service bulletins
- 10054501Jan 29, 2014Suzuki: when vehicle is either parked or been driven, can smell an odor of fuel, or can observed fuel dripping, around area of fuel tank in rear of vehicle, due to crack in…
- 10054569Jul 31, 2013Suzuki: where plastic supply or return port on fuel pump module, there is a crack that can cause a fuel leak and while being driven or parking, fuel odor may be noticed and could…
- 10021479May 2, 2007Fuel tank filler neck (inlet control valve) inspection (campaign 99-kit).
- 10021399Apr 24, 2007Fuel tank filler neck (inlet control valve) inspection (campaign 99-kit).
Fuel system: other model years
Other parts of the 2007 Suzuki XL7
28 complaintsSteering
28 complaintsElectrical system
20 complaintsEngine
20 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsEngine cooling
9 complaintsElectronic stability control
8 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
8 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsVehicle speed control
6 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsEquipment
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2007 Suzuki XL7
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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