2010 Suzuki Kizashi
Only 23 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 23 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 23
- Recalls
- 6
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2010
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2010: 23 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
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| 2010 | 23 |
| 2011 | 22 |
| 2012 | 23 |
| 2013 | 5 |
Known problem areas
Only 23 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Power train
6 of 23 total reports mention: power train.
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In the past 13 months I have had to have a engine replacement in which the vehicle was pouring carbon monoxide into the car, I went to pick the vehicle up after being repaired for over a month at the Suzuki dealership in charlotte, nc.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-07-15
Also filed under Engine and wheels
At hi way speed the CVT enters limp mode. You can not accelerate. The vehicle drops in speed and you must pull over and shut the car off. This has happened three times. We do drive mostly hi way and feel like this is dangerous.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-08-01
Electrical system
5 of 23 total reports mention: electrical system.
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The car has on numerous occasions while traveling at highway cruising speed on a sunny day will go into a failsafe mode, and no error is detected by the car, loses the ability to downshift, and loses acceleration.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-12-06
Also filed under Engine
The display including speedometer, tachometer, blinker, multifunction display shut down. This failure occurred within a month from purchase of the brand new Suzuki Kizashi 2010.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-11-13
Air bags
4 of 23 total reports mention: air bags.
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Currently have a airbag light on my dash that only goes away for a minute when i hit a bump as well as the passenger seat not detecting there is someone there so their airbag light says its off, no one will help when you call suzuki but they want to...
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-08-04
Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system and seats
I have received multiple recall notifications for problems with air bag on the passenger side, and a fuel tank that Suzuki says may crack.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-01-25
Also filed under Fuel/propulsion system
Vehicle speed control
3 of 23 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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Tl*the contact owns a 2010 Suzuki Kizashi. The contact stated that on three occasions while driving 25 MPH, the rpms increased to 1,800 while the brakes were depressed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2011-03-23
Steering
3 of 23 total reports mention: steering.
Safety timeline
6 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2010-07-13Structure10V287000 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…
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…
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2014-08-13Fuel system, gasoline14V464000 Suzuki Motor Of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Kizashi vehicles manufactured October 2009 through July 2012.
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.
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2015-01-16Power train14V811000 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.
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.
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2019-08-12Fuel system, gasoline18V769000 Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Suzuki Kizashi vehicles.
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.
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2020-02-21Air bags, seats19V187000 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.
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.
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2021-10-29Air bags19V343000 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.
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.
Buy-smart checklist
2010 Suzuki Kizashi — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Power train: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 5 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 10V287000 · Structure
- Recall 14V464000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 14V811000 · Power train
- Recall 18V769000 · Fuel system, gasoline
- Recall 19V187000 · Air bags, seats
- Recall 19V343000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2010 Suzuki Kizashi reliable?
- There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
- What are the most common problems with the 2010 Suzuki Kizashi?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 26% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2010 Suzuki Kizashi have?
- 6 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.