KnownCarProblems2012 Suzuki SX4 Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 40 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Suzuki SX4, most often about the steering (40% of complaints, typically around 76,000 miles). It is 4th of 8 SX4 model years by number of complaints and has 3 recalls.
Most common 2012 Suzuki SX4 problems
Steering
16 complaints · 40%Half of these problems showed up before 76,000 miles. Parts named most often: hydraulic power assist.
The contact owns a 2012 Suzuki SX4. The contact stated that the gear shift failed to switch into the park position without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 14v811000 (power train), but the failure recurred. In addition, while driving at various speeds, the…
Campaign number 18v804000, Suzuki has no plan to correct power steering issue. I had it fixed myself and sent Suzuki a copy of the bill requesting repayment, denied because of a used part installed. I spoke with Suzuki headquarters and the car dealership I bought the car from new, they were no help.
Air bags
14 complaints · 35%Half of these problems showed up before 42,000 miles. Parts named most often: sensor.
Tl-the contact owns a 2012 Suzuki SX4. The contact stated that air bag warning light remained illuminated. The dealer diagnosed that the cushion in the front passenger's seat. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 35,000. Ne
At 48648 miles the driver side and passenger side airbag light came on indicating an issue. I contacted Suzuki in california and they in turn informed me that I would need to pay to get this fixed. The cost can be up to $3000 being there is no recall and no warranty after 36000 miles. I have a issue with that issue…
Transmission
5 complaints · 13%The contact owns a 2012 Suzuki SX4. The contact stated that the gear shift failed to switch into the park position without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was repaired under NHTSA campaign number: 14v811000 (power train), but the failure recurred. In addition, while driving at various speeds, the…
The contact owns a 2012 Suzuki SX4. While driving 60 MPH, the rpms increased and the contact pulled the vehicle off the road. Afterwards, the vehicle would only reach 20 MPH. The vehicle was towed to subaru of wichita (11610 e kellogg dr n, wichita, ks 67207, ([phone]) where it was diagnosed that the transmission…
Seats
3 complaints · 8%The sun melted my seat and shifter area here in florida. I in form Suzuki corp. But they refuse to reply to the issue even after submitting photos and going to the dealership . I am also very concern about fire starting in the car as the sun melted the inside could as well start a fire. The car is under warranty and…
The contact owns a 2012 Suzuki SX4. The contact stated while driving 55 MPH, the front passenger's side seat warning light illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to sarasota mitsubishi (6826 s tamiami trail, sarasota, fl 34231) where it was diagnosed as passenger side seat bottom malfunction. The dealer informed…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2012 Suzuki SX4 recalls
Steering: pump
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Steering: pump
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Transmission: gear position indication (prndl)
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2012 Suzuki SX4
- What are the most common problems with the 2012 Suzuki SX4?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: steering (16 complaints, typically around 76,000 miles); air bags (14 complaints, typically around 42,000 miles); transmission (5 complaints).
- How many recalls does the 2012 Suzuki SX4 have?
- 3 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from November 14, 2018 (steering). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2012 a bad year for the Suzuki SX4?
- It is 4th of 8 SX4 model years by number of complaints, with 40 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.