Most common 2007 Suzuki SX4 problems
Share of the 73 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Suzuki SX4 complaints by model year
Best SX4 years: 2011, 2013, 2010. Years to avoid: 2008, 2007, 2009. Compare all years →
2007 Suzuki SX4 recalls (2)
Air bags
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Grand Vitara and 2007-2011 SX4 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, over time, the OCS sensor mat installed in the front passenger seat may fail due to repeated flexing of the mat from use of the seat.
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners and dealers will replace the front passenger seat cushion assembly (which includes the OCS sensor mat) free of charge.
Visibility › Rearview mirrors/devices › Exterior
Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2007 sx4 hatchback and model year 2008-2010 sx4 hatchback and sedan passenger vehicles. The three screws that secure each of the outside rear view mirrors to the mirror base can come loose due to vibration.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the base screws on both outer rear view mirrors free of charge. The safety recall began on November 5, 2010.
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal safety investigators have looked into a possible defect involving the 2007 Suzuki SX4:
Occupant Classification System Failure
Suzuki Motor of America is conducting a safety recall to remedy the occupant classification system's (OCS) sensor mats in approximately 193,936 model year 2006-2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2007-2011 Suzuki SX4 vehicles (see NHTSA recall 13V-405 for more details).The sensor mat installed in the front passenger seat can develop an electrical circuit disconnection as a result of repeated flexing of the seat from use of…
What 2007 Suzuki SX4 owners say
Air bags all 56 →
OK where do I begin, I have had this car for 5 yrs., and it is a piece of crap. The air conditioner leaks water inside the car, I had it blown out and it didn't help, the power steering pump leaks, I don't have any power steering, the air bag light stays on. I paid 15,000 for this car, I feel its a lemon, but can't prove it, cause I don't have receipts from the last 12months. Does anybody else have these problems. I'm just sick of it, I know I got ripped off. What can I do about it, I will never buy another Suzuki.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Suzuki SX4. The contact stated that after crashing into a deer, the passenger air bag warning lamp illuminated and the air bags did not deploy. A police report was not filed and no injuries were reported. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the passenger seat air bag sensor was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 40,000 and current mileage was 60,000.
Engine & cooling
OK where do I begin, I have had this car for 5 yrs., and it is a piece of crap. The air conditioner leaks water inside the car, I had it blown out and it didn't help, the power steering pump leaks, I don't have any power steering, the air bag light stays on. I paid 15,000 for this car, I feel its a lemon, but can't prove it, cause I don't have receipts from the last 12months. Does anybody else have these problems. I'm just sick of it, I know I got ripped off. What can I do about it, I will never buy another Suzuki.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Suzuki SX4. The contact stated that the air bag sensor illuminated on the instrument panel while driving 50 MPH. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the dealer stated that air bag control module sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 61,000 and the current mileage was 62,200. The consumer was informed the rear axle was leaking oil. The air bag and seat belt light illuminated while driving. The dealer informed the consumer the seat sensor failed and it would cost $1300 to replace the passenger side seat bottom unit. The rear differential was leaking. The catalytic converter had to be replaced for the second time, due to premature failure. Updated 05/23/12
Seat belts
Upon start-up the air bag indicator light and the passenger seat belt light are on persistently. This is whether or not someone is seated in the passenger seat. According to an on-line query, we found multiple entries (complaints) of other customers experiencing the same problem for 2007, 2008 and 2009 models. The culprit is a faulty sensor in the seat cushion. Thus far Suzuki has not addressed this issue, nor do they feel it is a safety concern. From what the dealership service manager indicated (and as stated on complaints we found) with the car in the current condition, our air bags will not deploy in the event of an accident. The dealership stated the estimate for repair of the seat cushion and seat belt assembly is $1700.00. The dealership compared this repair to that of say an engine or transmission going out. They (both the dealership personnel and Suzuki corp. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Suzuki SX4. The contact stated that the all bags warning light and the passenger side seat belt warning light remained illuminated. The air bag warning light would illuminate even when the passenger seat was occupied. The contact was told by the manufacturer that there was no way of knowing whether the air bag would deploy in the event of a crash. The contact had been dealing with the failure for four years and had not been offered an adequate repair. The manufacturer sent a good faith extension letter to the contact that stated that the sensor could be repaired for up 10 years or 120,000 miles. The failure mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage was 130,000. Updated 08/03/12 updated 08/06/12
2007 Suzuki SX4 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 22 / 30 / 25 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | FWD | 22 / 28 / 24 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 4WD/AWD | 21 / 28 / 24 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 4WD/AWD | 21 / 26 / 23 |
EPA ratings. Class: Wagon.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2007 Suzuki SX4 a good car?
Based on 73 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 SX4 rates avoid: 2.2× as many complaints as a typical year of the SX4 at the same age. It is one of the SX4 years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2007 Suzuki SX4?
The air bags — 56 complaints, 77% of all complaints for this model year, most often about frontal › sensor/control module. Next are the engine & cooling (6) and seat belts (6).
How many recalls does the 2007 Suzuki SX4 have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2007 Suzuki SX4, the most recent from September 6, 2013 (air bags). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Suzuki SX4?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2011, 2013 and 2010. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2008, 2007 and 2009. See the full Suzuki SX4 years comparison.
At what mileage do 2007 Suzuki SX4 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 54,000 miles; 41% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.