2011 Suzuki SX4 Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other SX4 years
- Far fewer complaints than other years 7th of 8 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA about the 2011 Suzuki SX4. That ranks 7th out of 8 SX4 model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (4 complaints, 31%), typically at around 99,140 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 2 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.
- 13owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 1NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2011 Suzuki SX4 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 4 | 31% | 99,140 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 3 | 23% | 38,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 3 | 23% | 70,100 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 2 | 15% | 21,550 | — | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 8% | 2,700 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 | 8% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 1 | 8% | 41,500 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 8% | 30,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2011 Suzuki SX4 recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl)
Problem: 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: 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.
Fix: 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.
Air bags
Problem: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Grand Vitara and 2007-2011 SX4 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, over time, the OCS sensor mat installed in the front passenger seat may fail due to repeated flexing of the mat from use of the seat. As a result, during a crash necessitating deployment, the air bag will deploy regardless of whether the front seat occupant is an adult or a child.
Risk: Air bag deployment with a child in the front passenger side seat increases the risk of injury to that child.
Fix: Suzuki will notify owners and dealers will replace the front passenger seat cushion assembly (which includes the OCS sensor mat) free of charge. Sufficient quantities of parts are not currently available to fix all of the affected vehicles. Owners will be notified of the recall in October 2013 and will receive a second notification when parts are available to have their vehicle repaired. The recall began on May 23, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's recall campaign number is VD.
Electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
Problem: Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 suzuki grand vitara multipurpose passenger vehicles equipped with 4-cylinder engines; model year 2011 suzuki grand vitara multipurpose passenger vehicles produced prior to october 17, 2010; model year 2010 suzuki sx4 passenger vehicles; and 2011 suzuki sx4 passenger vehicles produced prior to october 14, 2010. The tension adjuster pulley for the drive belt that operates the alternator, water pump, air conditioner compressor and power steering pump, has an improperly manufactured internal spring that can break due to repeated stress. If the spring breaks, the drive belt will not be adjusted properly and can slip, causing a squeaking noise. Or the drive belt could come off causing the driver to increase to steer the vehicle. This can also cause the coolant temperature indication to rise, which can lead to the engine overheating, or can cause the charging light to come on, which can lead to battery discharge and engine stall.
Risk: If the drive belt comes off, requiring the driver to use increased steering effort, or the engine stalls, a vehicle crash could occur
Fix: Dealers will replace the tension adjuster pulley with an improved part. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on february 16, 2011. Owners may contact suzuki at 1-887-697-8985 or visit suzuki's website at http://www.suzukiauto.com.
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.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Occupant Classification System Failure (PE13021) — opened Jun 14, 2013, closed Sep 30, 2013, led to recall 13V405000.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Constant humming from the rear hatch lock actuator -- and the rear hatch partially unlocks and unlatches itself while the car is in motion. The power locking system is malfunctioning completely. The daytime running lights and automatic indoor dome light also stopped working. I replaced the rear…
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 suzuki sx4. The contact stated that the vehicle would not accelerate over 20 mph and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact also stated that the failure occurred every day for the past three weeks. The vehicle was taken to fitzgerald wheaton (10915…
Vehicle stalled without warning. Vehicle is difficult to steer when all electrical power went out. The only thing showing on the dashboard is the engine symbol. Vehicle starts without problem after incident. *tr
Tl*the contact owns a 2011 suzuki sx4. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v811000 (power train) however, the part needed to repair the vehicle was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The…
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 suzuki sx4. While operating the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was repaired under nhtsa campaign number: 13v405000 (air bags); however, upon inspection by the dealer, the vehicle was diagnosed with a failure on the…
Other Suzuki SX4 years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2013 SX4 | 15 | 5 |
| 2012 SX4 | 40 | 3 |
| 2011 | 13 | 3 |
| 2010 SX4 | 21 | 5 |
| 2009 SX4 | 48 | 3 |
| 2008 SX4 | 101 | 3 |
| 2007 SX4 | 73 | 2 |
| 2000 SX4 | 1 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2011 Suzuki SX4?
Owners most often report power train, air bags, electrical system problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 4 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2011 Suzuki SX4?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2011 Suzuki SX4 a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other SX4 model years, the 2011 has far fewer complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.