2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 recalls
Reported Aug 30, 2004 · 172,093 vehicles affected · AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP.
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, under ambient temperatures below -25 degrees celsius, moisture can freeze in the fuel pressure regulator. As a result, fuel system pressure may increase at the time of engine start up, causing fuel loss at the fuel pipe/fuel hose connection.
Risk: Fuel loss in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel pressure regulator, the fuel deliver hose and replace the hose clamp with an improved clamp. The recall began on september 29, 2004. Owners should contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.
2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Air Bags | 12 | |
| Electrical System | 4 | |
| Power Train | 1 | |
| Visibility | 1 | |
| Equipment | 1 | |
| Seats | 1 | |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Air Bags › Frontal — 2
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
- Air Bags › Frontal › Sensor/Control Module — 1
- Visibility › Power Window Devices and Controls — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 60,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Exterior Lighting · at 130,000 miles · reported Jan 24, 2021
Instrument cluster panel has embedded LED lights, no replaceable bulbs...forces entire cluster replacement from unsalvageable or used/salvaged vehicles with no guarantee of true internal condition temporarily or long-term, leading to many safety & dysfunction issues, including "rigged" components such as false mileage, etc. My xl7 odometer/trip meter blacked out at 130k miles, should last lifetime of vehicle. Suzuki no longer manufacturing the clusters, too cost-prohibitive for owners if they were still making them. Many, many owners on forums & online sites complaining of this issue and…
Air Bags · at 60,000 miles · reported Apr 5, 2016
One day, I started my car, the airbag light came on, and the clock/temp was flashing, it hasn't gone away. I AM unable to fix the clock, and when I went to the mechanic to fix the airbag problem, he called our local suzuki dealership and he was told that this is a problem that has been known for years, and would cost me over $3500 just for the parts. I've seen other sites where people have had the same problem. On one forum I saw that some suzuki dealerships were offering to reset the sensor module for free, but I wasn't offered that here (Hawaii). I spent most of my day trying to see if there…
Air Bags · at 78,000 miles · reported Jul 13, 2014
This problem was first noticed at approximately 40,000 miles in 2009 but disappeared then returned in 2013. The clock/temp would flash and the passenger air bag light would stay on. At times we were able to stop the vehicle, turn it off, then restart and attach the passenger seatbelt only after the initial passenger seatbelt light came on and the flashing would stop. However the incidents have become more frequent and now the clock/temp continues to flash, the passenger seatbelt light stays on and nothing can be done to turn it off. Called the dealer who says the front seat needs to be…
Air Bags · reported May 25, 2014
The air bag dash lite came on, when taken in for repair the dealer told me that they have seen several like this and that it was a defective passenger seat sensor, the fix is to replace the entire seat? If this is happening to several people why not a recall? The cost t replace the seat over $2000.
Air Bags · at 70,000 miles · reported May 17, 2013
The contact owns a 2004 suzuki grand vitara xl-7. The contact stated that while parked, he noticed that the air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact, who was a mechanic, inspected the vehicle and found that the front passenger side seat sensor and the body control module would require replacement. The contact stated that there was a manufacturer's recall for the air bags. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7: 04V-427 (fuel system, gasoline). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara XL-7?
Owners report air bags problems most often (12 reports), followed by electrical system (4). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 60,000 miles.
Are Suzuki recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Suzuki dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.