Model year guide

2003 Suzuki XL-7

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2003 Suzuki XL-7 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 12 on record.

2003 Suzuki XL-7 — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2003 Suzuki XL-7 at a glance

Safety recalls2
Typical price$1,588

Included: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2003 Suzuki XL-7 recalls 2

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:rotor NHTSA Campaign #05V452000 · manufacturer #99-HQ · 05/10/2005

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 16-INCH WHEELS, THE FRONT BRAKE DISCS MAY BREAK UNDER SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS. THE BREAKAGE CAN OCCUR IN CONDITIONS WHERE THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN ON A REGULAR BASIS ON EXTREMELY STEEP PAVED DOWN-SLOPES WHILE CONTINUOUSLY APPLYING THE BRAKES.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT BRAKE DISCS ON THESE VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 10, 2005. THESE VEHICLES ARE LOCATED ON ST. THOMAS ISLAND (VIRGIN ISLANDS). OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI DEL CARIBE AT 787-622-0600.

Vehicle Speed Control:cables NHTSA Campaign #03V512000 · manufacturer #EM · 05/12/2003

ON CERTAIN SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE ACCELERATOR CABLE CASING CAP THAT IS ATTACHED TO THE VEHICLE FIREWALL CAN CRACK DUE TO EXTENDED EXPOSURE TO FORCES FROM THE ACCELERATOR CABLE AND INSUFFICIENT LONG-TERM DURABILITY OF THE PLASTIC CASING CAP. IF THE CASING CAP BECOMES CRACKED, MOVEMENT OF THE INNER ACCELERATOR CABLE THROUGH THE CAP CAN CAUSE THE INNER ACCELERATOR CABLE TO BECOME FRAYED.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ACCELERATOR CABLE, WHICH INCLUDES THE PLASTIC CASING CAP. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JANUARY 5, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 4 Nov 2026. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

What's a 2003 Suzuki XL-7 worth?

Low
$1,000
Typical price
$1,588
High
$2,550

From 12 comparable 2003 Suzuki XL-7 listings.

Dimensions & weight

Length
180.3 in
Width
70.1 in
Height
68.1 in
Wheelbase
110.2 in
Curb weight
3,726 lb
Front track
59.1 in
Rear track
59.1 in

Manufacturer-reported figures for the 2003 Suzuki XL-7. Source: Transport Canada vehicle specifications via NHTSA.

Canadian recalls 4

Transport Canada recall campaigns for the 2003 Suzuki XL-7. Relevant if the car was first sold in, or imported from, Canada.

Fuel System

On certain 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. Fuel loss in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. Correction: For 1999-2000 model year vehicles…

Transport Canada #2004313 · Aug 2004

Other

On certain vehicles, the accelerator cable casing cap that is attached to the firewall can crack due to extended exposure to forces from the accelerator cable and insufficient long-term durability of the plastic casing cap. If the casing cap becomes cracked, movement of the inner accelerator cable through the cap can cause the inner accelerator cable to become frayed. If the in…

Transport Canada #2003320 · Dec 2003

Electrical

On certain vehicles, the ignition system wiring harness could rub against the intake manifold during vehicle operation, possibly causing abrasion damage to the harness. Damage to the wiring harness may create a short in the ignition circuit, which can cause the ignition fuse to blow and the engine to stop running. Correction: Dealer will inspect the wiring harness and repair an…

Transport Canada #2003296 · Nov 2003

Other

On certain vehicles, the windshield may not be properly secured to the vehicle body due to insufficient adhesion between paint applied during the second-stage painting process and paint applied during final-stage painting. If the windshield is not properly secured to the vehicle body, it may separate from the vehicle during a collision resulting in ejection of unbelted occupant…

Transport Canada #2003155 · Jun 2003

Source: Transport Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database.

About the Suzuki XL-7

The Suzuki XL-7 is a mid-size SUV sold by Suzuki from 1998 to 2009, over two generations. Slotted above the Grand Vitara in Suzuki's lineup, the XL-7 offered three-row seating. XL-7 stands for "Xtra Large 7-seater".

From Wikipedia, licensed CC BY-SA 4.0. Describes the model line in general, not this model year specifically.

2003 Suzuki XL-7 trims & engines on record

Trims
Limited · Touring
Engines
2.7L 6-cyl

2003 Suzuki XL-7 vehicles on record

2003 Suzuki XL-7 2003 Suzuki XL-7 LimitedJS3TY92V834101045 2003 Suzuki XL-7 2003 Suzuki XL-7 LimitedJS3TY92V434101995 2003 Suzuki XL-7 2003 Suzuki XL-7 LimitedJS3TY92V934100373 2003 Suzuki XL-7 2003 Suzuki XL-7 TouringJS3TX92V134100581 2003 Suzuki XL-7 2003 Suzuki XL-7 LimitedJS3TY92V334100160 2003 Suzuki XL-7 2003 Suzuki XL-7 LimitedJS3TY92V134105468 2003 Suzuki XL-7 2003 Suzuki XL-7 LimitedJS3TY92V434105920 2003 Suzuki XL-7 2003 Suzuki XL-7 TouringJS3TX92V834105910 2003 Suzuki XL-7 2003 Suzuki XL-7 LimitedJS3TY92V634101576 2003 Suzuki XL-7 2003 Suzuki XL-7 TouringJS3TY92V334105052 2003 Suzuki XL-7 2003 Suzuki XL-7 TouringJS3TX92V634105419 2003 Suzuki XL-7 2003 Suzuki XL-7 TouringJS3TX92V534101877

Other Suzuki XL-7 model years

2006 2005 2004 2002 2001

2003 Suzuki XL-7 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2003 Suzuki XL-7 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2003 Suzuki XL-7. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are done at no charge.

How much is a 2003 Suzuki XL-7 worth?

Comparable 2003 Suzuki XL-7 listings run roughly $1,000–$2,550, typically around $1,588 (from 12 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.