Suzuki Kizashi problems by model year

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 26 owner complaints and 7 recalls on file for the Suzuki Kizashi (2010–2013). The 2012 Kizashi has the most serious complaints, most often about airbags.

Complaints
26
Recalls
7
Model years
4
Worst year
2012

Complaints by model year

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NHTSA complaints per Suzuki Kizashi model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Worst Suzuki Kizashi years to buy

Ranked by our severity-weighted complaint score (crashes, fires and injuries count extra — how it works).

  1. 2012 Suzuki Kizashi — 12 complaints; top problem: Airbags

Fewest serious complaints among years at least 3 years old: 2011 (3 complaints).

Every Suzuki Kizashi model year

YearComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesRecallsTop problem
2013 Kizashi50006Electrical System
2012 Kizashi120005Airbags
2011 Kizashi30005Airbags
2010 Kizashi60006Airbags

Most common Suzuki Kizashi problem areas (all years)

  • Airbags
    10 complaints
  • Transmission & Drivetrain
    9 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    5 complaints
  • Engine
    4 complaints
  • Steering
    3 complaints
  • Seats & Seat Belts
    3 complaints
  • Acceleration & Cruise Control
    3 complaints
  • Electrical System
    2 complaints
  • Body & Structure
    1 complaints

Complaint trend

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Complaints about the Suzuki Kizashi received by NHTSA each month.

Suzuki Kizashi recalls

  • Recall 19V343000May 2, 201921,052 vehiclesModel years 2010–2013

    Risk: The deactivated front air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

  • Recall 19V187000Mar 7, 201931,302 vehiclesModel years 2010–2013

    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.

  • Recall 18V769000Oct 31, 201821,063 vehiclesModel years 2010–2013

    Risk: A cracked tank may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 18V331000May 17, 20185,786 vehiclesModel years 2013

    Risk: A reduction in vehicle speed or reduced acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 14V811000Dec 22, 201460,823 vehiclesModel years 2010–2013

    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.

  • Recall 14V464000Jul 30, 201419,249 vehiclesModel years 2010–2013

    Risk: Negative pressure could cause the fuel tank to crack resulting in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

  • Recall 10V287000Jun 28, 20105,107 vehiclesModel years 2010

    Risk: The door may open in a crash, increasing the risk of injury to the vehicle's occupants.

Other Suzuki models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology