The problem
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kizashi and 2006-2013 Grand Vitara vehicles. The front passenger leather seat may shrink due to high humidity and high temperature. As a result, the occupant classification system (OCS) sensor mat may not accurately detect if an adult or child is occupying the seat.
The risk
In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, an incorrect classification may result in the passenger frontal air bag deploying even if there is a child in the front passenger seat, increasing their risk of injury.
The fix
Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat bottom cushion, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2019. All second letters notifying owners of the remedy were mailed by April 10, 2020. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's numbers for this recall are 4011 and 4012.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 19V-187 (19V187000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 4011, 4012 |
| Manufacturer | Suzuki Motor USA, LLC |
| Component | Air bags › Sensor › Occupant classification |
| Report date | March 7, 2019 |
| Owners notified | February 21, 2020 |
| Vehicles affected | 31,302 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
- 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara airbag problems 50
- 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara airbag problems 19
- 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara airbag problems 12
- 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara airbag problems 3
- 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara airbag problems 10
- 2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara airbag problems 4
- 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara airbag problems 7
- 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara airbag problems 2
- 2010 Suzuki Kizashi airbag problems 4
- 2011 Suzuki Kizashi airbag problems 3
- 2012 Suzuki Kizashi airbag problems 8
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 19V-187 repair free?
Yes. Suzuki dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat bottom cushion, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2019. All second letters notifying owners of the remedy were mailed by April 10, 2020.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 31,302 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.