Most common 2013 Suzuki SX4 problems
Share of the 15 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 →
2013 Suzuki SX4 recalls (5)
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.
What 2013 Suzuki SX4 owners say
Transmission & drivetrain
Transmition-on 4/3/2017 Monday - the vehicle would jump from 1500rpms to 4000rpms at 40 MPH. Also was losing gas mileage. I brought to dealer that I bought from and they said would have to charge me for a diagnostic test and changed my transmission fluid for a cost of $252.13. By Wednesday it could barely run. I stopped at local auto repair shop, mechanic took it for a test drive- said it was the transmission and checked the fluid it was quart low. I brought it back to dealer the next day. They did all the tests Suzuki tech told them and have not found the problem. I have called Suzuki warranty in california and sw kim and she was going to call the dealer to seek out the answer and call me back in 24 hours. No call back and two weeks later I still have no answers, repairs or the car. Today I left a message again for kim at Suzuki
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Suzuki SX4. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14V811000 (power train). The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to be repaired for NHTSA campaign number: 14V811000 (power train). The contact stated that there was no failure to the vehicle prior to the recall repair. Afterwards, the vehicle became difficult to place in the park position. The vehicle was taken to the dealer to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the shift knob fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 76,000.
Steering
I was driving on the new york thruway (I-87) northbound and took exit 23 for albany. When the off ramp made a sharp right hand curve, I realized that I had no power steering. The car continued straight and crossed the line onto the left shoulder lane and headed for the guardrail. I then turned the steering wheel really hard to the right in order to wrestle the car back onto the road. After that, the car would have almost no power steering boost under 1500 RPM or when hard braking. The car would have near normal power steering boost above 3000 RPM or when driven on the highway. The steering wheel is almost impossible to turn when the car is at idle such as when entering or exiting a parking space. I contacted a Suzuki dealer immediately to report the problem and was told that my car has already had the power steering pump replaced under the 2015 recall. …
The manufacturer refuse to repair the recall on my vehicle unless I sign a waiver. I feel like my rights are being violated. This is the second recall on my car for the same issues.. If the manufacturer does not repair my car , I will speak with an attorney and file a lawsuit.
Engine & cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Suzuki SX4. The contact stated while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle started to make an abnormal sound. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact parked on the side of the road however, the vehicle was not drivable. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where she was informed that the timing chain needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to local dealer della Mitsubishi located at 7 della dr, plattsburgh, ny 12901, [phone], where the vehicle was diagnosed with needing the engine to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired as of yet. The manufacturer had been informed of failure. The failure mileage was 34,000. Consumer stated warranty inspection done on 07/24/20.
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Suzuki SX4. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled and the steering wheel seized. After several attempts, the vehicle restarted. The failure recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The mechanic stated that the air compressor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 36,000.
2013 Suzuki SX4 engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl | CVT | FWD | 25 / 31 / 28 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | FWD | 23 / 32 / 26 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | 6-speed manual | AWD | 22 / 29 / 25 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | CVT | AWD | 23 / 29 / 25 |
EPA ratings. Class: Compact car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2013 Suzuki SX4 a good car?
Based on 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2013 SX4 rates better than average: 60% fewer complaints than a typical year of the SX4 at the same age. It is one of the best SX4 years by this measure. 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 2013 Suzuki SX4?
The transmission & drivetrain — 4 complaints, 27% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the steering (4) and engine & cooling (3).
How many recalls does the 2013 Suzuki SX4 have?
There are 5 recalls for the 2013 Suzuki SX4, the most recent from November 14, 2018 (pump). 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 2013 Suzuki SX4 problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 36,000 miles; 77% 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.