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2007 Suzuki SX4 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

One of the years to avoid

With 106 complaints filed to NHTSA — about 2.7 times the median SX4 year — the 2007 model ranks #2 of 8 SX4 years for complaint volume. It lands on the years-to-avoid list.

The trouble concentrates in one system: airbags issues account for 55% of all reports (58 of 106), far ahead of engine at 6.

106

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

1

Investigations

4

Crash-involved

4

Fires reported

4

Injuries

0

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2007 compare to other SX4 years?

SX4 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted140 complaints2000: 3 complaints2007: 106 complaints2008: 140 complaints2009: 65 complaints2010: 29 complaints2011: 16 complaints2012: 50 complaints2013: 18 complaints
SX4 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2007 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2007 Suzuki SX4 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Airbags5855%
Engine66%
Seat Belts66%
Seats44%
Electrical System44%
Other44%
Tires & Wheels44%
Body & Structure33%
Speed Control33%
Visibility & Wipers33%
Steering33%
Transmission22%
Brakes22%
Suspension22%
Fuel System11%
Climate Control (A/C & Heat)11%

Does the 2007 Suzuki SX4 have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

13V405000AirbagsSeptember 6, 2013 · 189,901 units

Defect

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Grand Vitara and 2007-2011 SX4 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, over time, the OCS sensor mat installed in the front passenger seat may fail due to repeated flexing of the mat from use of the seat. As a result, during a crash necessitating deployment, the air bag will deploy regardless of whether the front seat occupant is an adult or a child.

Consequence

Air bag deployment with a child in the front passenger side seat increases the risk of injury to that child.

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. Owners will be notified of the recall in October 2013 and will receive a second notification when parts are available to have their vehicle repaired. The recall began on May 23, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's recall campaign number is VD.

10V513000Visibility & WipersOctober 19, 2010 · 69,587 units

Defect

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 THE MIRROR BASE CAN COME LOOSE DUE TO VIBRATION.

Consequence

IF A REAR VIEW MIRROR FALLS OFF THE VEHICLE THE DRIVER WILL HAVE REDUCED VISIBILITY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

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 WEBSITE AT HTTP://WWW.SUZUKIAUTO.COM.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SUZUKI SX4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER CRASHING INTO A DEER, THE PASSENGER AIR BAG WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED AND THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED AND NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · September 1, 2010 · crash

“OK WHERE DO I BEGIN, I HAVE HAD THIS CAR FOR 5 YRS., AND IT IS A PIECE OF CRAP. THE AIR CONDITIONER LEAKS WATER INSIDE THE CAR, I HAD IT BLOWN OUT AND IT DIDN'T HELP, THE POWER STEERING PUMP LEAKS, I DON'T HAVE ANY POWER STEERING, THE AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON. I PAID 15,000 FOR THIS CAR, I FEEL ITS A…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · October 2, 2012 · fire

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SUZUKI SX4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG AND SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHTS WOULD ILLUMINATE ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL SPORADICALLY. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE CONTACTED AND ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THEY WOULD RETURN THE CALL AT A LATER DATE, BUT WERE NOT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seat Belts · November 30, 2011

“2007 SUZUKI SX4: NAGUABO, PR. AIR BAG LIGHT AND FRONT PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM INDICATORS STAY ON. TOOK TO DEALER, COMPUTER RESET DONE. LASTED ONLY 4 DAYS, AIR BAG SYS FAULT LIGHTS ON AGAIN. TAKEN BACK TO DEALER, SERVICE DEPT SAID THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT AIR BAG SENSOR WAS FAULTY. MILEAGE 54,442…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · December 11, 2010

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SUZUKI SX4. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND REMAINED LIT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE A DIAGNOSTIC TEST LOCATED FAILURE CODE: DTCB1312. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Seats · April 14, 2018

2007 Suzuki SX4 — common questions

Is the 2007 Suzuki SX4 reliable?

NHTSA data argues against it: 106 complaints put the 2007 model at #2 of 8 SX4 years. It is one of the SX4 years to avoid.

What are the most common 2007 SX4 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are airbags (58 complaints), engine (6 complaints), seat belts (6 complaints).

Does the 2007 Suzuki SX4 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2007 Suzuki SX4. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2007 Suzuki SX4 under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Which Suzuki SX4 years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the SX4 years to avoid are 2008, 2007, 2009. The cleanest record among SX4 years belongs to 2000.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.