2013 Suzuki SX4
Only 15 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 15 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 15
- Recalls
- 5
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
Campaigns on file for 2013
None on file
Not enough data
Complaints per year
2013: 15 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
Only 15 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Steering
4 of 15 total reports mention: steering.
Show complaint excerpts
I was driving on the New York thruway (I-87) northbound and took exit 23 for albany. When the off ramp made a sharp right hand curve, I realized that I had no power steering.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-04-28
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Suzuki SX4. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18V804000 (Steering); however, the parts to do the repair were unavailable.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-12-31
Power steering not functioning, no fluid leak. No "Whining" Noise.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-10-18
Power train
4 of 15 total reports mention: power train.
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Started to have a loud squeal come out of the right side of the car. Took it to dealership and they diagnosed as the axle. It has been almost two-months and they have yet to get in an axle since there are none available throughout the world.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-10-19
Engine
3 of 15 total reports mention: engine.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Suzuki SX4. The contact stated that while driving up a hill, the vehicle hesitated and stalled without warning. The contact mentioned that smoke started to emit from the engine compartment and the tail pipe.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-08-14
Air bags
3 of 15 total reports mention: air bags.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2013 Suzuki SX4. While making a left turn at 15 MPH, another vehicle crashed into the contact's vehicle. The air bags failed to deploy. There were no injuries and a police report was not filed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-01-05
Service brakes
1 of 15 total reports mentions: service brakes.
Safety timeline
5 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2014-01-07Power train13V572000 Suzuki del Caribe (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2013 SX4 vehicles manufactured December 26, 2012, through February 4, 2013 and equipped with a continuously variable transmission. The…
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque converter bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 7, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki at…
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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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2015-10-09Steering15V587000 Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2012-2103 Suzuki SX4 vehicles manufactured September 3, 2011, to April 5, 2013.
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pump, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners may contact Suzuki's customer service number at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is VS.
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2018-06-11Power train18V331000 Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2013 Suzuki Kizashi and SX4 vehicles equipped with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT).
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.
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2019-10-25Steering18V804000 Suzuki Motor America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Suzuki SX4 vehicles. The power steering pump may seize causing a loss of steering assist.
Remedy: Suzuki has notified owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pump with an improved one, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2019. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934.
Buy-smart checklist
2013 Suzuki SX4 — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Steering: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Power train: 4 reports on file for this year.
- Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 13V572000 · Power train
- Recall 14V811000 · Power train
- Recall 15V587000 · Steering
- Recall 18V331000 · Power train
- Recall 18V804000 · Steering
FAQ
- Is the 2013 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 2013 Suzuki SX4?
- The most-reported component is steering, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2013 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.