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2013 Suzuki SX4 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 18 complaints on file for the 2013 Suzuki SX4 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 5 recall campaigns apply to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

In government crash testing it earned 4 of 5 NCAP stars overall.

18

NHTSA complaints

5

Recalls

0

Investigations

1

Crash-involved

1

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

4

NCAP overall · of 5 stars

How does 2013 compare to other SX4 years?

SX4 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted140 complaints2000: 3 complaints2007: 106 complaints2008: 140 complaints2009: 65 complaints2010: 29 complaints2011: 16 complaints2012: 50 complaints2013: 18 complaints
SX4 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2013 Suzuki SX4 problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Steering422%
Transmission422%
Airbags317%
Engine317%
Other16%
Seats16%
Electrical System16%
Brakes16%

Does the 2013 Suzuki SX4 have recalls?

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

18V804000SteeringNovember 14, 2018 · 18,673 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

A seizure of the power steering pump would cause a loss of power steering assist, requiring extra steering effort at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

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. Suzuki's number for this recall is CZ.

18V331000TransmissionMay 17, 2018 · 5,786 units

Defect

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2013 Suzuki Kizashi and SX4 vehicles equipped with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). The Transmission Control Module (TCM) may fail causing a reduction in speed or reduced vehicle acceleration.

Consequence

A reduction in vehicle speed or reduced acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.

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.

15V587000SteeringSeptember 22, 2015 · 18,673 units

Defect

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2012-2103 Suzuki SX4 vehicles manufactured September 3, 2011, to April 5, 2013. In the affected vehicles, insufficient clearance between the power steering pump body and the power steering fluid control valve may cause improper movement of the valve, and as a result, the power steering pump may seize.

Consequence

A seizure of the power steering pump would cause a loss of power steering assist, requiring extra steering effort at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

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.

14V811000TransmissionDecember 22, 2014 · 60,823 units

Defect

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. The shift selector can be moved out of the "Park" position without depressing the brake pedal.

Consequence

If the shift selector is moved out of the "Park" position while the brake pedal is not depressed, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

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. Suzuki's number for this recall is VL.

13V572000TransmissionNovember 18, 2013 · 142 units

Defect

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 bolts that fasten the drive plate to the torque converter may not have been installed with sufficient torque and may loosen and come out.

Consequence

If the bolts detach they can get caught between the drive plate and cylinder block, which may cause the engine to stall, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

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 1-800-572-1490. Suzuki's recall number is VE.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“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. THEY SAID THERE MUST BE AN ISSUE WITH THE AXLES SINCE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · August 13, 2014

“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. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE DEALER AND…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Steering · December 10, 2018

“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. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A MECHANIC AND WAS DIAGNOSED AS A WRITE OFF. THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · December 29, 2014 · crash

“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. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · August 13, 2014 · fire

“SNOW TIRES INSTALLERSAID MY REAR BRAKES WERE SHOT. BEFORE LONG I BEGAN TO HEAR METAL ON METAL. THE MILEAGE WAS 40,000. TOO SOON FOR BRAKES TO WEAR OUT. I HAD THEM FIXED - $285 + TAX. CABIN FILTER ($12.87 ONLINE) REPLACED - $21.95, DEBRIS REMOVED $40. WHY ISN'T THERE A SCREEN AT THE INTAKE TO…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Other · November 13, 2015

2013 Suzuki SX4 — common questions

Is the 2013 Suzuki SX4 reliable?

The record is thin — 18 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 5 recalls should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2013 SX4 problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are transmission (4 complaints), steering (4 complaints), airbags (3 complaints).

Does the 2013 Suzuki SX4 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns affecting the 2013 Suzuki SX4. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

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.

How safe is the 2013 Suzuki SX4?

In NHTSA's NCAP crash testing, the 2013 Suzuki SX4 earned an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars.

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.