Suzuki Kizashi Problems by Year
NHTSA has 73 owner complaints and 7 safety recalls on file for the Suzuki Kizashi, across 4 model years (2010–2013). The 2012 model year has the most complaints (23). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Suzuki Kizashi years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Kizashi model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2012 Kizashi: 23 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2010 Kizashi: 23 complaints, 6 recalls
- 2011 Kizashi: 22 complaints, 5 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Suzuki Kizashi problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 18 | 4 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 15 | 3 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 12 | 4 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 10 | 2 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 9 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 8 | 4 | 1 |
| Steering | 8 | 3 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 2 | 1 |
| Suspension | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Seats | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Tires | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Suzuki Kizashi model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Kizashi | 5 | 6 | — | Unknown or Other | |
| 2012 Kizashi | 23 | 5 | — | Air Bags | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2011 Kizashi | 22 | 5 | — | Exterior Lighting | About as many complaints as other years |
| 2010 Kizashi | 23 | 6 | — | Power Train | About as many complaints as other years |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Suzuki Kizashi years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2012 (23), 2010 (23), 2011 (22). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Suzuki Kizashi?
Power Train, with 18 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Suzuki Kizashi have?
7 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.