2013 Suzuki SX4Problems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 15 owner complaints about the 2013 Suzuki SX4, most often about the power train. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 13V-572 the manufacturer reports only 13% of affected cars repaired.

2013 Suzuki SX4

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through August 20, 2020. Updated daily. Photo: Bull-Doser, Public domain.

Complaints by system

Where the 2013 Suzuki SX4 has problems

15 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
Power train40
Steering40
Engine31
Air bags31
Electrical system10
Seats10
Service brakes10

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

5 recalls

2013 Suzuki SX4 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.

34%repaired · 2021 Q1

Hydraulic power assist: pump

Recall 18V-804 · Nov 14, 2018 · 18,673 vehicles · 6,350 repaired

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…

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 →

57%repaired · 2017 Q1

Hydraulic power assist: pump

Recall 15V-587 · Sep 22, 2015 · 18,673 vehicles · 10,622 repaired

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…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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…

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13%repaired · 2015 Q2

Power train: automatic transmission

Recall 13V-572 · Nov 18, 2013 · 142 vehicles · 18 repaired

Risk. 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.

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 SX4 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 SX4 median. How we score

'07'08'09'10'11'12'13
  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
NHTSA crash tests

2013 Suzuki SX4 safety ratings

2013 Suzuki Sx4 5 HB AWD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.

★★★★★Overall rating
  • Rollover: 4 stars (13.3% risk)
  • Stability control: Standard
  • Forward collision warning: No
  • Lane departure warning: No
In owners' words

What SX4 owners report

Recent power train complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

TRANSMITION-ON 4/3/2017 MONDAY - THE VEHICLE WOULD JUMP FROM 1500RPMS TO 4000RPMS AT 40 MPH. ALSO WAS LOSING GAS MILEAGE. I BROUGHT TO DEALER THAT I BOUGHT FROM AND THEY SAID WOULD HAVE TO CHARGE ME FOR A DIAGNOSTIC TEST AND CHANGED MY TRANSMISSION FLUID FOR A COST OF $252.13. BY WEDNESDAY IT COULD…
Complaint 10978837 · Apr 17, 2017 · 55,111 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SUZUKI SX4. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V811000 (POWER TRAIN). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BE REPAIRED FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V811000 (POWER TRAIN). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS NO FAILURE TO THE VEHICLE…
Complaint 10850805 · Mar 21, 2016 · 76,000 miles
RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FROM SUZUKI. TOOK IT TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS. THEY SAID THEY DON'T HAVE THE REPAIR PARTS, NEVER HAD THE REPAIR PARTS AND DON'T KNOW WHEN THEY MIGHT GET THE REPAIR PARTS. THEY SAID THAT THERE IS NO ONE TO CALL AT SUZUKI SINCE THEY HAVE EXITED THE US MARKET. *TR
Complaint 10680554 · Feb 2, 2015 · 13,998 miles

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