2013 Suzuki SX4: problems, recalls and reliability
5 recalls and 15 owner complaints on record; most reports concern power train.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Nov 2018
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 15 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“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.*dt *tr”Owner report · Steering · Oct 2019
“Tl* the contact owns a 2013 suzuki sx4. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18v804000 (steering); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The contact had not experienced a failure. *dt *tr *as *tr”Owner report · Steering · Dec 2018
“Dashboard airbag warning light comes on and stays on. Dealer reset it twice, still on, meaning airbag is not functional. Dealer wants to start repair by replacing wiring harness in seat, then the airbag module, if that doesn't work. Claims vehicle is out of warranty for this work. I believe it is a safety issue that shoudl be addressed by manufacturer. Please advise. Thanks,”Owner report · Electrical System · Apr 2016
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“Snow tires installersaid my rear brakes were shot. Before long I began to hear metal on metal. The mileage was 40,000. Too soon for brakes to wear out. I had them fixed - $285 + tax. Cabin filter ($12.87 online) replaced - $21.95, debris removed $40. Why isn't there a screen at the intake to eliminate rodents?”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Nov 2015
“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.”Owner report · Power Train · Nov 2015
“Received a recall notice from suzuki. Took it to the dealer for repairs. They said they don't have the repair parts, never had the repair parts and don't know when they might get the repair parts. They said that there is no one to call at suzuki since they have exited the us market. *tr”Owner report · Power Train · Feb 2015
“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.”Owner report · Engine · Jan 2015
“Tl* the contact owns a 2013 suzuki sx4. While making a left turn at 15 mph, another vehicle crashed into the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. There were no injuries and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic and was diagnosed as a write off. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 33,000.”Owner report · Air Bags · Dec 2014
“Tl* the contact owns a 2013 suzuki sx4. The contact stated that while driving up a hill, the vehicle hesitated and stalled without warning. The contact mentioned that smoke started to emit from the engine compartment and the tail pipe. The vehicle had not been diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was unavailable. The approximate failure mileage was 35,000.”Owner report · Engine · Aug 2014
“Started to have a loud squeal come out of the right side of the car. Took it to dealership and they diagnosed as the axle. It has been almost two-months and they have yet to get in an axle since there are none available throughout the world. They said there must be an issue with the axles since there is none available and they have not been able to get one. *tr”Owner report · Power Train · Aug 2014
When filing, owners marked a crash in 1 of these complaints and injuries in 0 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 5 campaigns
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 a result, the power steering pump may seize.
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. Suzuki's number for this recall is VS.
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. Suzuki's number for this recall is CZ.
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. The bolts that fasten the drive plate to the torque converter may not have been installed with sufficient torque and may loosen and come out.
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. Suzuki's recall number is VE.
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. Suzuki's number for this recall is 4005 to 4008.
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 2013 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.
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Is the 2013 Suzuki SX4 reliable?
NHTSA has 15 owner complaints and 5 recall campaigns on record for the 2013 Suzuki SX4. The most complained-about area is power train.
Does the 2013 Suzuki SX4 have open recalls?
5 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning steering:hydraulic power assist:pump. 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.