2012 Suzuki Equator Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Equator years
- Not enough data 4th of 4 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2012 Suzuki Equator. That ranks 4th out of 4 Equator model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is exterior lighting (1 complaints, 100%), typically at around 86,000 miles. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 1owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 0complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2012 Suzuki Equator problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 100% | 86,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
2012 Suzuki Equator recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Suspension:front:hub
Problem: Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2012 Equator two-wheel drive vehicles manufactured from June 19, 2012, through July 12, 2012. These vehicles may have been equipped with front wheel hubs that may not meet the design hardness specifications. A wheel hub that was manufactured below hardness specification may wear prematurely and eventually crack.
Risk: If the vehicle is driven with a cracked wheel hub, the wheel hub may break, which would reduce the driver's ability to control the vehicle, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Fix: All of the affected vehicles have been quarantined at Suzuki dealers prior to being sold. As such, a recall notification letter will not be issued. Suzuki dealers will replace the left and right side front wheel hub assemblies free of charge. Customers may contact Suzuki at 1-877-697-8985.
Engine and engine cooling
Problem: Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 equator pickup trucks manufactured from june 16, 2011, through august 31, 2011. Some of the bolts that connect the engine oil cooler and the engine oil filter to the engine in these vehicles may have been manufactured to below specification strength. As a result, the bolt may break at the oil filter attachment point and can cause an engine oil leak.
Risk: If there is an engine oil leak, the engine oil pressure would drop and the engine could seize, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Suzuki will notify owners and dealers will replace the connector bolts free of charge. The safety recall began on january 11, 2012. Owners may contact suzuki at 1-714-996-7040.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The rear cargo/taillight/brake light assembly located on the rear of the cab overheats and has melted the lens cover. This was noticed recently and there is no apparent reason other than either faulty light application/length of light time or faulty lens materials. This could cause fires if not…
Other Suzuki Equator years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 1 | 2 |
| 2011 Equator | 2 | 1 |
| 2010 Equator | 7 | 3 |
| 2009 Equator | 5 | 1 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Suzuki Equator?
Owners most often report exterior lighting problems. The top one, exterior lighting, accounts for 1 complaint.
Was there a recall on the 2012 Suzuki Equator?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2012 Suzuki Equator a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Equator model years, the 2012 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.