2008 Suzuki SX4
Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.
- Complaints
- 101
- Recalls
- 3
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
- Air bags
Campaigns on file for 2008
Opened by NHTSA
73% of complaints
Complaints per year
2008: 101 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2000 | 1 |
| 2007 | 73 |
| 2008 | 101 |
| 2009 | 48 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 40 |
| 2013 | 15 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Air bags
73% · 74 reportsMost commonly citing frontal and sensor/control module.
Show complaint excerpts
Tl* the contact owns a 2008 Suzuki SX4. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH and attempting a turn, he lost control of the steering wheel. The vehicle crashed into an embankment and flipped over onto the driver's side.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-01-29
This was the 2ND pretty major crash my car was in. Airbags did not deploy in either accident. Now my airbag light and seat belt light are on. From what I understand from online complaints this means my airbags don't work.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-04-14
Vehicle rear ended causing a right hand spin resulting in a driver side down vehicle landing position in a 4 foot deep ditch at about 25 MPH.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-04-11
Electrical system
13% · 13 reportsMost commonly citing alternator/generator/regulator.
Seat belts
10% · 10 reportsSeats
6% · 6 reportsEngine
5% · 5 reportsSafety timeline
3 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first
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2010-09-24Equipment10V392000 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.
Remedy: 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…
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2010-11-05Visibility10V513000 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…
Remedy: 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…
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2013-06-14Preliminary evaluationClosed 2013-09-30 Occupant Classification System Failure
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2014-05-23Air bags13V405000 Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Grand Vitara and 2007-2011 SX4 vehicles.
Remedy: 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.
Buy-smart checklist
2008 Suzuki SX4 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 74 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 13 reports on file for this year.
- Seat belts: 10 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 10V392000 · Equipment
- Recall 10V513000 · Visibility
- Recall 13V405000 · Air bags
FAQ
- Is the 2008 Suzuki SX4 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 2008 Suzuki SX4?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 73% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2008 Suzuki SX4 have?
- 3 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.