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US recalls (3)
Steering: hydraulic power assist, pump
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 and remedy
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.
Steering: hydraulic power assist, pump
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 and remedy
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.
Power train: automatic transmission, gear position indication (prndl)
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 and remedy
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.
Canadian recalls (3)
Show 3 Canadian recalls
Steering
2018-11-21 · campaign 2018-643
On certain vehicles, a defect in the power steering pump could cause it to seize after a long period of vehicle non-operation (such as overnight parking) during cold ambient temperatures. This would unexpectedly increase the steering effort force necessary to steer the vehicle at lower vehicle speeds, which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the power steering pump.
Steering
2015-09-21 · campaign 2015-415
On certain vehicles, a defect in the power steering pump could cause it to seize after a long period of vehicle non-operation (such as overnight parking) during cold ambient temperatures. This would unexpectedly increase the steering effort force necessary to steer the vehicle at lower vehicle speeds, which could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Correction: Dealers will replace the power steering pump with an improved part.
Powertrain
2014-12-18 · campaign 2014-578
On certain vehicles, the detent pin within the shift lock structure may have been incorrectly positioned. An incorrectly positioned detent pin in combination with high temperature conditions could allow the transmission shift selector to be moved out of the PARK position without depressing the brake pedal. Depending which gear the driver selects, the vehicle could begin to move forward or backward immediately. This movement could result in property damage, or cause the vehicle to strike a bystander, potentially resulting in injury. Correction: Dealers will replace the shift selector assembly with an improved part which incorporates an extended detent pin.
Owner complaints (40)
Owners filed 40 complaints with NHTSA about the 2012 Suzuki SX4 (2 crashes, 1 fires, 2 injuries reported). Among 8 model years of this model, it ranks #4 for the most complaints (median 40).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Steering | 16 | |
| Air bags | 14 | |
| Power train | 5 | |
| Seats | 3 | |
| Engine | 2 | |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | |
| Service brakes | 1 | |
| Tires | 1 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2012 Suzuki SX4.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2012 Suzuki Sx4 5 HB FWD | 4★ | 4★ | 3★ | 4★ |
| 2012 Suzuki Sx4 4 DR FWD | 4★ | 4★ | 3★ | 4★ |
| 2012 Suzuki Sx4 5 HB AWD | 4★ | 4★ | 3★ | 4★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2012 Suzuki SX4 version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| SX4 2.0 L Manual 6-spd | 22 | 30 | 25 | $2,700 |
| SX4 2.0 L Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,700 |
| SX4 AWD 2.0 L Manual 6-spd | 22 | 29 | 25 | $2,700 |
| SX4 AWD 2.0 L Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,700 |
| SX4 Sedan 2.0 L Manual 6-spd | 23 | 32 | 26 | $2,600 |
| SX4 Sedan 2.0 L Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 25 | 31 | 28 | $2,400 |
| SX4 Sport 2.0 L Manual 6-spd | 23 | 31 | 26 | $2,600 |
| SX4 Sport 2.0 L Automatic (variable gear ratios) | 23 | 29 | 25 | $2,700 |
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