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#37 of 50 2002 XL-7 by flybyspam Aug 02, 2007 (7:58 am)
I own a 2002 xl-7 with 55,000 miles on it. The A/C compressor recently locked up. I searched the internet and found enough people writing about this same failure to indicate that this is a flaw (just google "suzuki a/c problem"). I understand that parts sometimes fail prematurely and believed that Suzuki might feel responsible considering the low mileage of the vehicle and the fact that this is probably related to a design/manufacturing flaw. I called the Suzuki customer service hotline and was issued a very curt and unsympathetic "it's out of warranty." I attempted to appeal my case to the district service rep (Bill Hawker) but he could not be bothered.       Ok, I can accept the fact that they won't stand behind their product...the car IS technically "out of warranty." But, Here's the real insult....Suzuki wants $2500.00 to fix the A/C. Suzuki has made it clear that they're really going to put the screws to the customer when they know they can get away with it. they are charging in excess of $1000.00 for a part that costs $150.00 to $300.00 for any other car...I start to get concerned about all the other parts they will overcharge for.      An overall thumbs down for ANY Suzuki product. The vehicles poor construction is augmented by support that will abscond with your money...These are folks that you just can't trust.           (For anyone who is still "Rah Rah Suzuki." I will be happy to sell this POS to you cheap).        Brad Winter - Overland Park, KS.      email: flybyspam2002yahoo.com Replies to this message: kc5yti (Aug 03, 2007 2:29 pm)
#38 of 50 Re: 2002 XL-7 [flybyspam] by kc5yti Aug 03, 2007 (2:29 pm)
Replying to: flybyspam (Aug 02, 2007 7:58 am) If I had the spare cash, I would love to take it off your hands. Mine is a 2002 with 58K. The AC is fine in it. Did you get the BOM for the repair. I bet they want to replace the lines, dryer, and coils. A compressor that fails will probably spew crap into the lines, and then the system would need to be cleaned out or replaced. Sorry to hear about the failure. I live in Olathe, myself. You could try to get your own compressor, install it, charge the system wig R-134A and PAG oil and see what happens.   Regards,   Ivan, kc5yti
#39 of 50 Re: suzuki XL quality [kc5yti] by astrovette Sep 29, 2007 (5:49 pm)
Replying to: kc5yti (Jan 29, 2007 9:55 pm) I'm a current 2001 Astro owner and have just replaced my rear end as the diff went on it only 55,300 mls. Don't think i want to start spending on other things that may break down.   I'm considering purchasing an SUV and am looking at the Suzuki as a possiblity. Seems the price is fair. Did you purchase the base model w/and of the upgrades? How has the Suzuki held up? Any minor/major issue? Also, I've been spoiled with all the space in the Astro and was wondering if i would be disappointed with the space in this SUV.   I appreciate your feedback.   Thxs.
#40 of 50 XL7 drivetrain by batman47 Nov 27, 2007 (3:33 am)
I compared this vehicle with other ones using Edmunds comparison on line and for my surprise it appears that the XL7 does not have any of these: Center differential, limited slip differential rear, limited slip differential center, descent control, etc. So how this car manages to be a SUV? Replies to this message: goaterguy (Nov 29, 2007 10:08 am)
#41 of 50 Re: XL7 drivetrain [batman47] by goaterguy Nov 29, 2007 (10:08 am)
Replying to: batman47 (Nov 27, 2007 3:33 am) SUV stands for Sport Utility Vehicle and for a vehicle to fall under that category doesn't require any of the items you mentioned, its just an acronism. Before owning the XL7, I owned a 1997 Ford Explorer RWD and although it was an SUV, it lacked all the items you stated. Click on the link for a brief explanation of Suzuki's AWD system. The drivetrain computer takes care of what most of the parts you describe by braking an individual wheel allowing the wheel with the most traction to have the power like a limited slip diferential. http://www.suzukiauto.com/owners/faqs/awd.php
#42 of 50 07 xl7 by slinky1 Jan 03, 2008 (5:50 am)
I am loving my black '07 XL7 , had it for 4 months now, no probs, drives great, it's my first vehicle with AWD and with my Canadian winters i am wondering now how i lived without it!!!  J
#43 of 50 Re: Xl7 in the snow [clownfishfunk] by got_viagra May 10, 2008 (10:49 am)
Replying to: clownfishfunk (Jul 10, 2007 7:49 am) I have an 07 XL7 and so far everything is perfect. this vehicle for snow is the best one we have ever owned. This past winter on a really bad storm here I tryed to drive this car out of control on purpose but the the AWD system keep it strait and in control all the time. I like the way the system also works for the rain.   Cars are just that, cars and sometime they have bad flaws in them. Until today I have not been able to find the PERFECT ONE. I owned in the past 3 Chevy, 4 Ford including an F-150, Expedition, F-250, 2 Dodge including a Durango, one Nissan, one Eclipse and so on where the mayority of them are 4x4 and until today all are CRAP. Beautiful technology but bad quality, today is the AC and tomorrow is the Trans. If some one really wants to find a good car then roll the time back 20 or 30 years and you will find it.
#44 of 50 cargo cover and map light rattle by dawnle May 12, 2008 (11:54 am)
I just recently purchased a new 2007 XL7. I noticed the map lights rattle. I did take it in to the dealership and they supposedly put a new unit on and it still rattles. It is just the plastic covers. I have a sunroof so it is not the normal with the sunglass holder, etc. The rattle does get a little annoying at times. I was wondering if anyone else has had this problem, and if so, was a solution found.   Also, I have been trying to find a cargo cover for the back area. It is a 7 pssgr SUV, but I only have that because it came as such. Only the 5 pssgr comes with a cargo cover. I have been trying to get one, but cannot find any. Suzuki does not even show it as an accessory. Anyone have ideas on where to find one? Replies to this message: got_viagra (May 12, 2008 5:04 pm) dawnle (May 12, 2008 6:09 pm)
#45 of 50 Re: cargo cover and map light rattle [dawnle] by got_viagra May 12, 2008 (5:04 pm)
Replying to: dawnle (May 12, 2008 11:54 am) Hey dawnle I wonder if you may be able to find the awnser here: http://www.suzuki-forums.com/ or here: http://www.car-help.net/suzuki/ These last one will charge you $9 for your Q's: http://car.justanswer.com/JA/ASP_ASK/FID_11/K_1483/P_0/TR/Suzuki-Questions.htm                                                      Replies to this message: dawnle (May 12, 2008 6:09 pm)

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