2010 Suzuki SX4
Only 21 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 21 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 21
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 1
- Top problem
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Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2010
Opened by NHTSA
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2010: 21 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
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| 2000 | 1 |
| 2007 | 73 |
| 2008 | 101 |
| 2009 | 48 |
| 2010 | 21 |
| 2011 | 13 |
| 2012 | 40 |
| 2013 | 15 |
Known problem areas
Only 21 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Air bags
10 of 21 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing side/window and frontal.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2010 Suzuki sx-4. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, she heard a loud noise and the steering wheel locked up.
NHTSA ODI report, 2012-10-19
Also filed under Electrical system
My daughter was in a car accident driving a 2010 Suzuki SX4. The collision was with a pickup truck traveling approximately 55MPH, my daughters car was traveling approximately 20MPH. No airbags front or side deployed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-09-24
Vehicle speed control
4 of 21 total reports mention: vehicle speed control.
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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.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-08-08
The contact owns 2010 susuki SX4. While driving 20 MPH, he attempted to engage the brake pedal and the vehicle accelerated on its own crashing into a wall and a the vehicle in front of him. The vehicle was towed and a police report was filed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2010-04-01
Electrical system
4 of 21 total reports mention: electrical system.
Tires
2 of 21 total reports mention: tires, most commonly citing pressure monitoring and regulating systems.
Steering
2 of 21 total reports mention: steering.
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I need the recall page for the power stering , was in motion
NHTSA ODI report, 2020-12-03
Safety timeline
5 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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2011-02-16Electrical system11V055000 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…
Remedy: 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…
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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.
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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.
Buy-smart checklist
2010 Suzuki SX4 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 10 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 4 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 10V392000 · Equipment
- Recall 10V513000 · Visibility
- Recall 11V055000 · Electrical system
- Recall 13V405000 · Air bags
- Recall 14V811000 · Power train
FAQ
- Is the 2010 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 2010 Suzuki SX4?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 48% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2010 Suzuki SX4 have?
- 5 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.