2011 Suzuki SX4: problems, recalls and reliability
3 recalls and 13 owner complaints on record; most reports concern power train.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Dec 2014
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Tl* the contact owns a 2011 suzuki sx4. The contact stated that the vehicle would not accelerate over 20 mph and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact also stated that the failure occurred every day for the past three weeks. The vehicle was taken to fitzgerald wheaton (10915 georgia avenue, wheaton, md 20902) where it was diagnosed that the pressure control shift solenoid "b" failed and the entire transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 148,280.”Owner report · Power Train · Sep 2018
“Vehicle stalled without warning. Vehicle is difficult to steer when all electrical power went out. The only thing showing on the dashboard is the engine symbol. Vehicle starts without problem after incident. *tr”Owner report · Electrical System · Apr 2015
“Tl*the contact owns a 2011 suzuki sx4. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 14v811000 (power train) however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact had not experienced a failure.”Owner report · Power Train · Mar 2015
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“Tl* the contact owns a 2011 suzuki sx4. The contact stated that the passenger side air bag warning light remained illuminated although the passenger seat was occupied. The vehicle was repaired according to NHTSA campaign number: 13v405000 (air bags); however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 16,000. Updated 12/2/14*cn the consumer stated the failure was passed its warranty therefore the cost for repair would not be covered. Updated 05/7/2015 *js”Owner report · Air Bags · Sep 2014
“Tl* the contact owns a 2011 suzuki sx4. While operating the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 13v405000 (air bags); however, upon inspection by the dealer, the vehicle was diagnosed with a failure on the driver side air bag that caused the warning light to illuminate. The contact was informed that the air bag was previously repaired on the passenger side. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.”Owner report · Air Bags · Aug 2014
“Tl* the contact owns a 2011 suzuki sx4. While driving at an unknown speed, the electrical components failed and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 89,000.”Owner report · Electrical System · Jul 2014
“Tl* the contact owns a 2011 suzuki sx4. The contact stated there was a crack on the side of the valve stem that caused a slow leak in the tire. The vehicle was repaired. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 30000.”Owner report · Wheels · Apr 2012
“2011 suzuki sx 4 crossover. Consumer writes in regards to gas mileage and transmission issues *tgw the consumer stated the dealer informed him, it would take up to 5,000 miles in order for him to get 23 mpg. The consumer also stated there was a hesitation within the transmission while driving. *jb”Owner report · Power Train · Feb 2012
“Tl* the contact owns a 2011 suzuki sx4. The contact stated was using the tire jack to lift the vehicle and change a tire. During the process, the bass of the jack bent and the vehicle fell back down to the ground. The vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 2,700. The VIN was unavailable.”Owner report · Equipment · Nov 2011
“2008 forenza suzuki the transmission slips out of gear when driving and the computer on the dashboard may change from drive to reverse, park or neutral while the car is in motion. The dealer states that it may not be covered under warranty. The passenger door handle broke off. *tr”Owner report · Power Train · Feb 2011
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 2 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 3 campaigns
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. As a result, during a crash necessitating deployment, the air bag will deploy regardless of whether the front seat occupant is an adult or a child.
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners and dealers will replace the front passenger seat cushion assembly (which includes the OCS sensor mat) free of charge. Sufficient quantities of parts are not currently available to fix all of the affected vehicles. Owners will be notified of the recall in October 2013 and will receive a second notification when parts are available to have their vehicle repaired. The recall began on May 23, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's recall campaign number is VD.
SUZUKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 4-CYLINDER ENGINES; MODEL YEAR 2011 SUZUKI GRAND VITARA MULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLES PRODUCED PRIOR TO OCTOBER 17, 2010; MODEL YEAR 2010 SUZUKI SX4 PASSENGER VEHICLES; AND 2011 SUZUKI SX4 PASSENGER VEHICLES PRODUCED PRIOR TO OCTOBER 14, 2010. THE TENSION ADJUSTER PULLEY FOR THE DRIVE BELT THAT OPERATES THE ALTERNATOR, WATER PUMP, AIR CONDITIONER COMPRESSOR AND POWER STEERING PUMP, HAS AN IMPROPERLY MANUFACTURED INTERNAL SPRING THAT CAN BREAK DUE TO REPEATED STRESS. IF THE SPRING BREAKS, THE DRIVE BELT WILL NOT BE ADJUSTED PROPERLY AND CAN SLIP, CAUSING A SQUEAKING NOISE. OR THE DRIVE BELT COULD COME OFF CAUSING THE DRIVER TO INCREASE TO STEER THE VEHICLE. THIS CAN ALSO CAUSE THE COOLANT TEMPERATURE INDICATION TO RISE, WHICH CAN LEAD TO THE ENGINE OVERHEATING, OR CAN CAUSE THE CHARGING LIGHT TO COME ON, WHICH CAN LEAD TO BATTERY DISCHARGE AND ENGINE STALL.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE TENSION ADJUSTER PULLEY WITH AN IMPROVED PART. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 16, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-887-697-8985 OR VISIT SUZUKI'S WEBSITE AT HTTP://WWW.SUZUKIAUTO.COM.
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. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-996-7040. Suzuki's number for this recall is VL.
Specifications
Factory options offered for the 2011 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.
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Is the 2011 Suzuki SX4 reliable?
NHTSA has 13 owner complaints and 3 recall campaigns on record for the 2011 Suzuki SX4. The most complained-about area is power train.
Does the 2011 Suzuki SX4 have open recalls?
3 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning air bags. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.