The Lemon IndexAll cars · Suzuki SX4 · 2012
2012 Suzuki SX4. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 28,000 and 60,000 miles. Median 35,000, from 11 complaints with a mileage.
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Airbags | 47% |
| Steering | 20% |
| Speed control | 13% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 13% |
| Engine | 7% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 3
18V804000 Nov 2018 Steering / Hydraulic Power Assist / Pump
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.
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.
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.
15V587000 Sep 2015 Steering / Hydraulic Power Assist / Pump
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.
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.
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.
14V811000 Dec 2014 Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Gear Position Indication (Prndl)
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.
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.
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.
Manufacturer communications 4
Suzuki filed 4 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Sx4 5 HB AWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ |
| Suzuki Sx4 4 DR FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ |
| Suzuki Sx4 5 HB FWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | No |
Engines and drivetrains 4
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | 25 / 31 / 28 | Regular | $2,200 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 23 / 32 / 26 | Regular | $2,400 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Manual 6-spd | AWD | 22 / 29 / 25 | Regular | $2,500 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | AWD | 23 / 29 / 25 | Regular | $2,500 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
YouTube repair topics
200 videos about the 2007–2013 Suzuki SX4, 7.9M views.
| Topic | Videos | Views |
|---|---|---|
| Oil changes & service | 5 | 484K |
| Heat, A/C & blend door | 3 | 289K |
| Infotainment, battery & electrical | 4 | 68K |
| Windows, doors & mirrors | 4 | 68K |
| No-start: theft light, key & ignition | 1 | 9K |
| Brakes & ABS | 1 | 9K |
| Transmission & shifter | 1 | 6K |
| Driveshaft, axles & 4x4 | 1 | 2K |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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