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2013 Suzuki Kizashi Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2013 Suzuki Kizashi has 6 NHTSA recall campaigns and 5 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized Suzuki dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2013 Suzuki Kizashi, plus NCAP crash-test ratings. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

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2013 Suzuki Kizashi owner complaints

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Suzuki Kizashi, describing incidents dated March 23, 2022 to May 17, 2025.

Most-cited components

  • Unknown or Other 2 complaints
  • Electrical System 1 complaint
  • Engine 1 complaint
  • Power Train 1 complaint
  • Steering 1 complaint

Newest complaints

  • ODI #11687892 · Filed

    The contact owns a 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that an unknown warning light was illuminated. The contact allowed the vehicle to cool…

  • ODI #11565475 · Filed

    The radio unit provides the view of the rear camera. When the radio fails there is no back up camera. Apparently there is a power defect in the radio system so it will not function and therefore no rear camera function.

  • ODI #11551792 · Filed

    Was driving on the highway and the car started stuttering then stopped while I was driving. Had to pull over to the side of the road to avoid getting hit. The mechanic told me the transmission failed even though the car fluid was changed at the manufacturer suggest integrals. There was no warning…

Read all 5 complaints

Occupant Detection System may Misclassify

NHTSA #19V343000 · Air Bags — Frontal — Passenger Side — Inflator Module · NHTSA notice

Reported May 2, 2019 · Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.

Potentially affected: 21,052 vehicles

Repair completion: 25.52% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Suzuki campaign C5 · Owners notified October 29, 2021 · Vehicles built October 13, 2009 – October 31, 2012 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling 2010-2013 Kizashi vehicles. The front passenger seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) may misclassify an adult occupant as child and deactivate the front air bag.

Safety consequence

The deactivated front air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Suzuki will notify owners, and service providers will replace the front passenger seat cushion, which includes a new OCS mat assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed on October 29, 2021. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is C5.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Passenger Seat Occupant Detection System may Fail

NHTSA #19V187000 · Seats · NHTSA notice

Reported March 7, 2019 · Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.

Potentially affected: 31,302 vehicles

Repair completion: 18.31% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Suzuki campaign 4011, 4012 · Owners notified February 21, 2020 · Vehicles built July 2, 2012 – October 31, 2012 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kizashi and 2006-2013 Grand Vitara vehicles. The front passenger leather seat may shrink due to high humidity and high temperature. As a result, the occupant classification system (OCS) sensor mat may not accurately detect if an adult or child is occupying the seat.

Safety consequence

In the event of a crash necessitating airbag deployment, an incorrect classification may result in the passenger frontal air bag deploying even if there is a child in the front passenger seat, increasing their risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat bottom cushion, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2019. All second letters notifying owners of the remedy were mailed by April 10, 2020. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's numbers for this recall are 4011 and 4012.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Fuel Tank may Crack due to Vent Line Restriction

NHTSA #18V769000 · Fuel System, Gasoline · NHTSA notice

Reported October 31, 2018 · Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.

Potentially affected: 21,063 vehicles

Repair completion: 26.62% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Suzuki campaign CY · Owners notified August 12, 2019 · Vehicles built October 13, 2009 – October 31, 2012 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Suzuki Kizashi vehicles. Dust can enter the vent line that provides fresh air to the carbon canister, restricting its air flow and possibly creating excessive negative pressure in the fuel tank which may result in the fuel tank cracking.

Safety consequence

A cracked tank may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Suzuki has sent owners an initial notification to inform them of the recall. When parts are available, a second notice will be mailed and dealers will install a cover over the opening near the suction pipe inlet, and relocate the suction filter. The fuel cap and fuel tank will also be replaced with improved parts. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.NHTSA is missing critical, required information for this safety recall. This information must be supplied through the NHTSA Recalls Portal within 5 working days of confirming its accuracy:- A description of the manufacturer's program for remedying the defect or noncompliance (49 CFR 573.6 (c)(8)(i)).

Transmission Control Module may Fail

NHTSA #18V331000 · Power Train — Automatic Transmission — Control Module (TCM/PCM/TECM) · NHTSA notice

Reported May 17, 2018 · Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.

Potentially affected: 5,786 vehicles

Repair completion: 50.19% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Suzuki campaign 4005 to 4008 · Owners notified June 11, 2018 · Vehicles built July 19, 2012 – October 31, 2012 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2013 Suzuki Kizashi and SX4 vehicles equipped with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). The Transmission Control Module (TCM) may fail causing a reduction in speed or reduced vehicle acceleration.

Safety consequence

A reduction in vehicle speed or reduced acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the TCM, free of charge. The recall began on June 11, 2018. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is 4005 to 4008.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Shift Selector Moved From Park

NHTSA #14V811000 · Power Train — Automatic Transmission — Gear Position Indication (PRNDL) · NHTSA notice

Reported December 22, 2014 · Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.

Potentially affected: 60,823 vehicles

Repair completion: 57.15% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Suzuki campaign VL · Owners notified January 16, 2015 · Vehicles built June 1, 2012 – October 31, 2012 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

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.

Safety consequence

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.

Manufacturer 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.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Spider Webs Restricting Air Flow In Vent Line

NHTSA #14V464000 · Fuel System, Gasoline · NHTSA notice

Reported July 30, 2014 · Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.

Potentially affected: 19,249 vehicles

Repair completion: 60.46% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)

Suzuki campaign VG · Owners notified August 13, 2014 · Vehicles built July 1, 2012 – July 30, 2012 (per NHTSA)

Defect description

Suzuki Motor Of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Kizashi vehicles manufactured October 2009 through July 2012. In the affected vehicles, spiders may weave a web in the evaporative canister vent hose, blocking it and causing the fuel tank to have an excessive amount of negative pressure.

Safety consequence

Negative pressure could cause the fuel tank to crack resulting in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Suzuki is in the process of notifying owners, and dealers will replace the evaporative canister vent line on the affected vehicles with a vent line that has a filter on the end. If the canister vent line is found to be obstructed by a spider web, the fuel tank will also be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on August 12, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is VG.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Other Suzuki Kizashi model years

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