Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 15 | −60% | 5 | Transmission | Good |
| 2012 | 40 | typical | 3 | Steering | Average |
| 2011 | 13 | −65% | 3 | Transmission | Good |
| 2010 | 21 | −48% | 5 | Airbag | Good |
| 2009 | 48 | 1.5× | 3 | Airbag | Caution |
| 2008 | 101 | 3.3× | 3 | Airbag | Avoid |
| 2007 | 73 | 2.2× | 2 | Airbag | Avoid |
* Complaints compared with the median SX4 year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Suzuki SX4 problems
Latest Suzuki SX4 recalls
Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Pump
Suzuki Motor America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Suzuki SX4 vehicles. The power steering pump may seize causing a loss of steering assist.
Remedy: Suzuki has notified owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pump with an improved one, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2019. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934.
Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (TCM/PCM/tecm)
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2013 Suzuki Kizashi and SX4 vehicles equipped with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). The Transmission Control Module (TCM) may fail causing a reduction in speed or reduced vehicle acceleration.
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the TCM, free of charge. The recall began on June 11, 2018. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934.
Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Pump
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2012-2103 Suzuki SX4 vehicles manufactured September 3, 2011, to April 5, 2013. In the affected vehicles, insufficient clearance between the power steering pump body and the power steering fluid control valve may cause improper movement of the valve, and as…
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pump, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners may contact Suzuki's customer service number at 1-800-934-0934.
Power train › Automatic transmission › Gear position indication (PRNDL)
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 SX4 vehicles manufactured July 16, 2009, to November 1, 2012, and 2010-2013 Kizashi vehicles manufactured October 13, 2009, to October 31, 2012. The shift selector can be moved out of the "Park" position without depressing the brake pedal.
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shift selector assembly and inspect, and if necessary, replace the shift knob, free of charge. The recall began January 16, 2015.
Power train › Automatic transmission
Suzuki del Caribe (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2013 SX4 vehicles manufactured December 26, 2012, through February 4, 2013 and equipped with a continuously variable transmission.
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque converter bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 7, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-572-1490.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Suzuki SX4 should you avoid?
2008, 2007 and 2009 — these years have the most complaints relative to other SX4 years at the same age, led by air bags problems in the 2008.
What is the best year for the Suzuki SX4?
2011 has the fewest complaints compared with other SX4 years at the same age, followed by 2013 and 2010. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Suzuki SX4 problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the air bags (186), steering (32) and electrical system (29). Airbag complaints peak in the 2008 model year.
How many recalls has the Suzuki SX4 had?
9 recalls across 2007–2013. The model year with the most is 2010. See all Suzuki SX4 recalls by year.
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.