2010 Suzuki Sx4 problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Vehicle Speed Control (4) · Electrical System (3) · Steering (2)
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Safety recalls (5)
Power Train:automatic Transmission:gear Position Indication (Prndl) 2014-12-22 · campaign 14V811000 · 60,823 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Risk: If the shift selector is moved out of the "Park" position while the brake pedal is not depressed, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Fix: 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.
Air Bags 2013-09-06 · campaign 13V405000 · 189,901 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Risk: Air bag deployment with a child in the front passenger side seat increases the risk of injury to that child.
Fix: 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 nu
Electrical System:alternator/Generator/Regulator 2011-01-27 · campaign 11V055000 · 32,291 vehicles
Defect: 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 PUM
Risk: IF THE DRIVE BELT COMES OFF, REQUIRING THE DRIVER TO USE INCREASED STEERING EFFORT, OR THE ENGINE STALLS, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR
Fix: 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.
Visibility:rearview Mirrors/Devices:exterior 2010-10-19 · campaign 10V513000 · 69,587 vehicles
Defect: 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.
Risk: IF A REAR VIEW MIRROR FALLS OFF THE VEHICLE THE DRIVER WILL HAVE REDUCED VISIBILITY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BASE SCREWS ON BOTH OUTER REAR VIEW MIRRORS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 5, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-887-697-8985 OR VISIT SUZUKI'S WEBSITE AT HTTP://WWW.SUZUKIAUTO.COM.
Equipment:electrical:navigational System(Global Positioning System) 2010-09-01 · campaign 10V392000 · 20,692 vehicles
Defect: SUZUKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2010 SX4, 2010 GRAND VITARA, AND 2009 THROUGH 2010 EQUATOR VEHICLES THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH A GARMIN NUVI MODEL 750, 760, AND 765 NAVIGATION SYSTEM. THE BATTERIES CONTAINED IN THE AFFECTED GPS UNITS CAN OVERHEAT.
Risk: OVERHEATED BATTERIES COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Fix: SUZUKI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY GARMIN TECHNICIANS BY REPLACING THE BATTERY AND INSERTING A SPACER ON TOP OF THE BATTERY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 24, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMIN DIRECTLY AT 1-866-957-1981 OR SUZUKI AT 1-887-697-8985. OWNERS MAY ALSO VISIT GARMIN'S WEBSITE AT WWW.GARMIN.COM/NUVIBATTERYPCBRECALL.
Service bulletins (7)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Suspension 2022-07-08 · SUZ_016008 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
reminder of the importance to conduct safety inspections for rust damage to suspension and related parts that could be caused by road salt or other chemicals applied to the roadway.
Suspension 2018-11-20 · N-Q-G-045 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this service bulletin was sent by suzuki motor corporation to its authorized suzuki automobile distributors in the u.s., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball stud from becoming separated from the suspension lower arm.
Power Train 2017-07-06 · suz_013727 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin describes corrective action needed to address complaints of reduction in engine power output due to activation of the continuously variable transmission (cvt) temperature protection control system due to deterioration of the cvt fluid or malfunction of the transmission control module.
Power Train 2016-10-14 · SUZ_013377 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this bulletin announces the availability of an improved driveshaft flange and differential side oil seal for 4wd sx4 vehicles. the improved parts have been designed to improve prevention of corrosion on vehicles driven in severe weather conditions.
Air Bags:frontal:sensor/Control Module-Inactive 2012-07-25 · ABE-ZA-120418 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
suzuki: see document search button for owner letter. warranty extension for 'air bag' warning light illumination. *js updated 7/25/12. *pe
Air Bags:frontal:sensor/Control Module-Inactive 2012-06-12 · TSB-TS-02-05222 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
suzuki: due to repeated flexing, the front passenger sensing system circuit located within seat bottom cushion assembly, have an electric disconnection. *pe updated 04/10/2013 *js
Showing the 6 most recent of 7 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2020-12-03 · Steering · 20 mi“i need the recall page for the power stering , was in motion…”
2018-08-08 · Vehicle Speed Control · 84,000 mi · 💥 crash“after coming to a complete stop at a stop sign, i slowly turned the corner to pull into a parking lot when the vehicle suddenly accelerated to a high speed on the city street. i was unable to stop the vehicle before hitting a parked car. the air bags deployed - minor injuries were sustained and the car was extensively damaged. in researching the …”
2017-10-31 · Power Train · 43,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2010 suzuki sx4. after placing the vehicle in park and releasing the brake pedal, the vehicle began to roll backwards. the contact stopped the vehicle, but was unable to shift the vehicle into any other gear. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic. a dealer was not contacted. the vehicle was not diagnos…”
2016-12-27 · Structure:body · 67,000 mi“front right passenger door will neither unlock nor open due to faulty "door latch", creating a safety hazard as vehicle egress is impossible under emergency conditions. suzuki dealer or authorized service center states oem replacement part will take three months to replace once it is ordered, as it needs to be shipped form suzuki japan, with an est…”
2016-10-05 · Electrical System“tl* takata recall. the contact owns a 2010 suzuki sx4. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign numbers: 13v405000 (air bags) and 11v055000 (electrical system). the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of…”
2015-09-28 · Air Bags · 33,400 mi“while driving at appox 5mph turning into a parking lot the passenger side seat airbag and curtain airbag deployed. there was no one sitting in the passenger seat nor was there any weight on the seat. car has appox 33k miles on it and has never been in an accident. i am waiting on word from suzuki as to what they will or will not do. driver side se…”
2014-03-25 · Seats“received a vehicle recall notice--13v405000. that here was a defective air bag seat switch. i called the dealer and was told to wait for a second letter, called suzuki and was given the same run around. how long does it take. if this switch fails the air bag will not work and someone could be injuried.this is going on six months now. the car is lis…”
2014-02-17 · Steering · 35,955 mi“i was driving down the road and i heard a thump. i then realized that the battery light was on, and i had lost power steering. the engine started heating up shortly there after. i feel that this was a major safety issue because the power steering went out. i'm very thankful i was close to home and not on a major highway, otherwise this may have res…”
2013-11-18 · Air Bags · 54,800 mi · 💥 crash“tl* the contact owns a 2010 suzuki sx4. the contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph in rainy weather, he lost control of the vehicle and crashed into a ditch. the air bags failed to deploy. the front seat passenger sustained injuries to the neck and shoulder. a police report was filed. the vehicle was towed to a collision center and …”
2013-07-18 · Engine · 30,000 mi · 🔥 fire“tl* the contact owns a 2010 suzuki sx4. the contact stated the while driving 25 mph, the vehicle started to shake and smoke from the engine. the contact pulled over and had the vehicle towed to a dealer. the dealer stated that oil had leaked onto the engine. the failure mileage was 30,000. …”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.