Suzuki Kizashi Recalls (2010-2013)
The Suzuki Kizashi has been the subject of 7 recall campaigns on record with NHTSA across the 2010 to 2013 model years. They cluster mostly around the air bags, fuel system, and power train.
The Suzuki Kizashi scores 37 out of 100 (grade D), a busier recall record than most. That score reflects how serious the recalls are rather than how many. 100% involve a critical safety system, none carried a do-not-drive warning, and 0% were issued in the last three years. How the score works.
Those 7 campaigns span 4 model years of the Suzuki Kizashi. The single largest affected 60,823 vehicles, over power train. A recall repair is free at a franchised dealer and most never expire, so an older open recall is still worth fixing. Beyond recalls, you can also see the most common Kizashi problems owners report.
The full record is below, grouped first by model year and then listed in detail. Each entry gives the defect NHTSA describes, the safety risk it creates, the manufacturer's remedy, the number of vehicles in that campaign, and the dates. A recall covers a whole production run, so a campaign listed for the Suzuki Kizashi may not apply to your exact vehicle, and one you have already had repaired will still appear in the history. To see what is actually open and unfixed on a specific car, check its 17-digit VIN.
Suzuki Kizashi recalls by model year
Recall activity by model year. Select a year to jump to its recalls below. Older years often carry more recalls simply because defects surface over time.
Suzuki Kizashi recalls by affected system
Which vehicle systems the recalls touch, using NHTSA's component groups. Select a system to see how it is recalled across every make and model.
Recalls by model year
2013 Suzuki Kizashi Recalls
6 recalls affect the 2013 Suzuki Kizashi, involving the air bags, fuel system, and power train.
2012 Suzuki Kizashi Recalls
5 recalls affect the 2012 Suzuki Kizashi, involving the air bags, fuel system, and seats.
2011 Suzuki Kizashi Recalls
5 recalls affect the 2011 Suzuki Kizashi, involving the air bags, fuel system, and seats.
2010 Suzuki Kizashi Recalls
6 recalls affect the 2010 Suzuki Kizashi, involving the air bags, fuel system, and seats.
Every Suzuki Kizashi recall in detail
Air Bags
- Affected years
- 2010-2013 Suzuki Kizashi
- Vehicles in this recall
- 21,052
- Reported
- May 2, 2019
- Owners notified
- Oct 29, 2021
Defect: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling 2010-2013 Kizashi vehicles. The front passenger seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) may misclassify an adult occupant as child and deactivate the front air bag.
Risk: The deactivated front air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and service providers will replace the front passenger seat cushion, which includes a new OCS mat assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed on October 29, 2021. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is C5.
NHTSA campaign number 19V343000.
Air Bags
- Affected years
- 2010-2013 Suzuki Kizashi
- Vehicles in this recall
- 31,302
- Reported
- Mar 7, 2019
- Owners notified
- Feb 21, 2020
Defect: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kizashi and 2006-2013 Grand Vitara vehicles. The front passenger leather seat may shrink due to high humidity and high temperature. As a result, the occupant classification system (OCS) sensor mat may not accurately detect if an adult or child is occupying the seat.
Risk: In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, an incorrect classification may result in the passenger frontal air bag deploying even if there is a child in the front passenger seat, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat bottom cushion, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2019. All second letters notifying owners of the remedy were mailed by April 10, 2020. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's numbers for this recall are 4011 and 4012.
NHTSA campaign number 19V187000.
Fuel System
- Affected years
- 2010-2013 Suzuki Kizashi
- Vehicles in this recall
- 21,063
- Reported
- Oct 31, 2018
- Owners notified
- Aug 12, 2019
Defect: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Suzuki Kizashi vehicles. Dust can enter the vent line that provides fresh air to the carbon canister, restricting its air flow and possibly creating excessive negative pressure in the fuel tank which may result in the fuel tank cracking.
Risk: A cracked tank may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Suzuki has sent owners an initial notification to inform them of the recall. When parts are available, a second notice will be mailed and dealers will install a cover over the opening near the suction pipe inlet, and relocate the suction filter. The fuel cap and fuel tank will also be replaced with improved parts. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934.
NHTSA campaign number 18V769000.
Power Train
- Affected years
- 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
- Vehicles in this recall
- 5,786
- Reported
- May 17, 2018
- Owners notified
- Jun 11, 2018
Defect: 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.
Risk: A reduction in vehicle speed or reduced acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
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.
NHTSA campaign number 18V331000.
Power Train
- Affected years
- 2010-2013 Suzuki Kizashi
- Vehicles in this recall
- 60,823
- Reported
- Dec 22, 2014
- Owners notified
- Jan 16, 2015
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.
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.
NHTSA campaign number 14V811000.
Fuel System
- Affected years
- 2010-2013 Suzuki Kizashi
- Vehicles in this recall
- 19,249
- Reported
- Jul 30, 2014
- Owners notified
- Aug 13, 2014
Defect: Suzuki Motor Of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Kizashi vehicles manufactured October 2009 through July 2012. In the affected vehicles, spiders may weave a web in the evaporative canister vent hose, blocking it and causing the fuel tank to have an excessive amount of negative pressure.
Risk: Negative pressure could cause the fuel tank to crack resulting in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Suzuki is in the process of notifying owners, and dealers will replace the evaporative canister vent line on the affected vehicles with a vent line that has a filter on the end. If the canister vent line is found to be obstructed by a spider web, the fuel tank will also be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 12, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is VG.
NHTSA campaign number 14V464000.
Structure
- Affected years
- 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
- Vehicles in this recall
- 5,107
- Reported
- Jun 28, 2010
- Owners notified
- Jul 13, 2010
Defect: SUZUKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 KIZASHI PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 13, 2009 THROUGH MAY 31, 2010. THE HINGED DOOR OF THE CENTER LOWER BOX LOCATED IN THE FRONT DASHBOARD AREA FAILS TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT."
Risk: THE DOOR MAY OPEN IN A CRASH, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE VEHICLE'S OCCUPANTS.
Remedy: SUZUKI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CENTER LOWER BOX OF THE AFFECTED VEHICLES WITH A NEW PART FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 13, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-714-996-7040.
NHTSA campaign number 10V287000.
Common questions about Suzuki Kizashi recalls
- Does the Suzuki Kizashi have any recalls?
- Yes. NHTSA has 7 recall campaigns on record for the Suzuki Kizashi across the 2010 to 2013 model years. The most common areas are the air bags, fuel system, and power train.
- How many times has the Suzuki Kizashi been recalled?
- The Suzuki Kizashi has 7 recall campaigns from the 2010 to 2013 model years. A single campaign often covers several model years at once, so the number of recalls is not the same as the number of years affected.
- What is the most serious Suzuki Kizashi recall?
- The most serious recall on record involves the power train, affecting 60,823 vehicles. 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.
- Which Suzuki Kizashi model year has the most recalls?
- The 2010 Suzuki Kizashi has the most, with 6 recall campaigns on record. Older model years often pick up more recalls over time, since defects can surface years after a car is built.
- How do I check if my Suzuki Kizashi has an open recall?
- Enter your 17-digit VIN on the recall check page. It returns the recalls tied to your exact vehicle straight from NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer, with no expiration on most safety recalls.
Recall data comes from NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. For how it is sourced and how the safety score is built, see the methodology and data sources. This page is a reference, not legal or safety advice.