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2013 Suzuki KizashiProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 5 owner complaints about the 2013 Suzuki Kizashi, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 6 safety recalls, and for recall 19V-187 the manufacturer reports only 13% of affected cars repaired.

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CarFlaw IndexNot enough dataHigher is better (0–100)
Safety recalls6Lowest repair rate 13%Owner complaints50 with a crash, fire or injuryTop problem1Electrical system

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through September 17, 2025. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2013 Suzuki Kizashi has problems

5 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Electrical system10
Engine10
Power train10
Steering10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

6 recalls

2013 Suzuki Kizashi recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

16%repaired · 2023 Q4

Passenger side: inflator module

Recall 19V-343 · May 2, 2019 · 21,052 vehicles · 3,365 repaired

Risk. The deactivated front air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

13%repaired · 2022 Q1

Sensor: occupant classification

Recall 19V-187 · Mar 7, 2019 · 31,302 vehicles · 4,179 repaired

Risk. In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, an incorrect classification may result in the passenger frontal air bag deploying even if there is a…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

50%repaired · 2019 Q3

Automatic transmission: control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)

Recall 18V-331 · May 17, 2018 · 5,786 vehicles · 2,904 repaired

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

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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57%repaired · 2016 Q2

Automatic transmission: gear position indication (prndl)

Recall 14V-811 · Dec 22, 2014 · 60,823 vehicles · 34,761 repaired

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…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

60%repaired · 2015 Q4

Fuel system, gasoline

Recall 14V-464 · Jul 30, 2014 · 19,249 vehicles · 11,608 repaired

Risk. Negative pressure could cause the fuel tank to crack resulting in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Suzuki.

Best & worst years

2013 vs. every other Kizashi year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Kizashi median. How we score

'10'11'12'13
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

2013 Suzuki Kizashi safety ratings

2013 Suzuki Kizashi 4 DR AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

  • Rollover: 4 stars (10.9% risk)
  • Stability control: Standard
  • Forward collision warning: No
  • Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words

What Kizashi owners report

Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

The radio unit provides the view of the rear camera. When the radio fails there is no back up camera. Apparently there is a power defect in the radio system so it will not function and therefore no rear camera function.
Complaint 11565475 · Jan 14, 2024

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