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recalls
The Suzuki SX4 has 9 recalls covering 416,568 vehicles as reported; model year 2013 is covered by the most (5). The 2014 Suzuki SX4 earned 4 of 5 stars overall in crash tests (best version). Owners filed 1 safety complaints in the 12 months to Sep 2026; air bags is named most over all years.
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
9
Most for 2013: 5
Units affected
417K
As reported
Overall stars
4 of 5
Model year 2014
Complaints, 12 mo
1
0.0% vs 12 months before
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
Which model years are covered by the most recalls, and which get the most complaints
Recalls by model year
How many recalls cover each model year. Hover a year for the count.
Crash test star ratings
15 rated versions, model years 2008 to 2014
Overall stars by model year
The best and lowest overall rating of the versions tested each year (5 is best).
| Year | Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 4 DR · FWD | 13.3% risk | |||
| 2014 | 5 HB · AWD | 13.3% risk | |||
| 2014 | 5 HB · FWD | 13.3% risk | |||
| 2013 | 4 DR · FWD | 13.3% risk | |||
| 2013 | 5 HB · AWD | 13.3% risk | |||
| 2013 | 5 HB · FWD | 13.3% risk | |||
| 2012 | 4 DR · FWD | 13.3% risk | |||
| 2012 | 5 HB · AWD | 13.3% risk | |||
| 2012 | 5 HB · FWD | 13.3% risk | |||
| 2011 | 4 DR · FWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 13.3% risk |
| 2011 | SW · AWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 13.3% risk |
| 2011 | SW · FWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 13.3% risk |
| 2010 | 4 DR · FWD/AWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 13.3% risk |
| 2009 | 4 DR · FWD/AWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 13.3% risk |
| 2008 | 4 DR · FWD/AWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 13.3% risk |
5 stars is the best. Ratings before model year 2011 used older tests.
Owner complaints
Safety complaints about the Suzuki SX4, by the month they were received
Complaints per month
1 in the 12 months to Sep 2026.
Components named most
- Air bags187
- Steering32
- Electrical system30
- Power train21
- Seat belts19
- Seats19
- Engine17
- Complaints
- 312
- Crashes reported
- 28
- Fires reported
- 8
- People injured
- 28
Counts only, as reported by owners and not verified.
Parts recalled
Recalls of the Suzuki SX4 by component
- Power train3 · 67K units
- Steering2 · 37K units
- Air bags1 · 190K units
- Electrical system1 · 32K units
- Equipment1 · 21K units
- Visibility1 · 70K units
Suzuki SX4 recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 14, 2018 | Suzuki SX4 (2012-2013): SteeringNo. 18V804000 | Crash risk | 18,673 |
| May 17, 2018 | Suzuki Kizashi, SX4 (2013): Power trainNo. 18V331000 | Crash risk | 5,786 |
| Sep 22, 2015 | Suzuki SX4 (2012-2013): SteeringNo. 15V587000 | Crash risk | 18,673 |
| Dec 22, 2014 | Suzuki Kizashi, SX4 (2010-2013): Power trainNo. 14V811000 | Crash risk | 60,823 |
| Nov 18, 2013 | Suzuki SX4 (2013): Power trainNo. 13V572000 | Crash risk | 142 |
| Sep 6, 2013 | Suzuki Grand Vitara, SX4 (2006-2011): Air bagsNo. 13V405000 | Injury | 189,901 |
| Jan 27, 2011 | Suzuki Grand Vitara, SX4 (2009-2011): Electrical systemNo. 11V055000 | Crash risk | 32,291 |
| Oct 19, 2010 | Suzuki SX4 (2007-2010): VisibilityNo. 10V513000 | Crash risk | 69,587 |
| Sep 1, 2010 | Suzuki Equator, Grand Vitara, SX4 (2008-2010): EquipmentNo. 10V392000 | Fire | 20,692 |
Related pages
Questions and answers
Is the 2013 Suzuki SX4 recalled?
Yes: 5 recalls cover the 2013 Suzuki SX4. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the Suzuki SX4 have?
9 recalls cover the Suzuki SX4, for 416,568 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is power train (3 recalls).
What is the safety rating of the 2014 Suzuki SX4?
4 of 5 stars overall (4 DR): frontal crash 4, side crash 3 and rollover 4 stars, with a 13.3% chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
What do owners complain about most on the Suzuki SX4?
Air bags: named in 187 of the 312 safety complaints about the Suzuki SX4, then steering (32). One complaint can name several components.
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.