2009 Suzuki SX4
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
3 recalls name the 2009 Suzuki SX4. Newest first.
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…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Air bag deployment with a child in the front passenger side seat increases the risk of injury to that child.
Remedy
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.
Suzuki IS recalling certain model year 2007 SX4 hatchback and model year 2008-2010 SX4 hatchback and sedan passenger vehicles. the three screws that secure each of the outside rear view mirrors to the mirror base can come loose due to vibration.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If a rear view mirror falls off the vehicle the driver will have reduced visibility increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the base screws on both outer rear view mirrors free of charge. the safety recall began on november 5, 2010. owners may contact suzuki at 1-887-697-8985 or visit suzuki's website at http://www.suzukiauto.com.
Suzuki IS recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 SX4, 2010 grand vitara, and 2009 through 2010 equator vehicles that were equipped with a garmin nuvi model 750, 760, and 765 navigation system. The batteries contained in the affected gps units can overheat.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Overheated batteries could result in a fire.
Remedy
Suzuki will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by garmin technicians by replacing the battery and inserting a spacer on top of the battery free of charge. the safety recall began on september 24, 2010. owners may contact garmin directly at 1-866-957-1981 or suzuki at 1-887-697-8985. owners may also visit garmin's website at www.garmin.com/nuvibatterypcbrecall.
Owner complaints
48 complaints5 involved a crash2 involved a fire3 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Fuel/propulsion system
Fuel filler neck leaks fuel.
- Air bags
While driving such car the airbag warning lights came on and state solid so I pull off the street to check what's going and shut off the car after that the car do not start immediately so take three times to started it. Since then the airbag warning lights stay on.
- Air bags · Seats
Takata recall. airbag light on, has come off and on several times. Now on, light will not reset. Indicates passenger seat cushion IS defective.
- Air bags · Engine
First issue IS the airbags - driver side censor light has been on ever since I purchased the vehicle back in 2010. I had to get the engine replaced due to "rod knock" only to find that the used engine of 52,xxx miles has a leak on the rear main seal. It's likely that issue that lead to my original…
First issue IS the airbags - driver side censor light has been on ever since I purchased the vehicle back in 2010. I had to get the engine replaced due to "rod knock" only to find that the used engine of 52,xxx miles has a leak on the rear main seal. It's likely that issue that lead to my original engine failing at around 74,000 miles. The driver airbag light IS still on after said engine replacing. After reading the complaints on here, it's safe to say that I'll need to dish out over 1.1K to fix it. I had the recall for the passenger side airbag, had that fixed around the 74K mile mark. Got the car under 20K miles.
- Structure › Body
Paint IS bad clear coat IS gone
- Engine · Power train
Car was running fine. I was driving southbound in 3 / 6 lane traffic 45 mph in town when a loud knock started knocking under the hood. I immediately pulled off the road as soon as I found a place to pull off otherwise could have stalled causing a major crash of vehicles. I called aaa to have it…
Car was running fine. I was driving southbound in 3 / 6 lane traffic 45 mph in town when a loud knock started knocking under the hood. I immediately pulled off the road as soon as I found a place to pull off otherwise could have stalled causing a major crash of vehicles. I called aaa to have it towed. the repair shop in my neighborhood said I needed a new engine. car has 72,072 miles on it. the 7 year warranty ran out july 24, 2016. This happened less than 6 months after warranty and 9 months after last car payment. It hasn't reached 100,000 yet for the drive train. Pretty sad.
- Exterior lighting
I was driven n the lights from the top all the electrical got on fire , I found out since 2005 a boyfriend took my idenity
- Service brakes
My parking brake light stays on while driving even though the brake IS released. comes on goes off. what could be causing this? [xxx] I bought the car in nov 2015. it happens every time the car IS driven information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6). *Bf *tr
- Air bags
I have not had an incident. My airbag light has been on for a long time. Took it in for recall & that did not fix the problem. They told me I had to bring it back in & pay $150 diagnostic fee to have them figure out problem with airbags. I haven't brought in. I'm frustrated they didn't fix it with…
I have not had an incident. My airbag light has been on for a long time. Took it in for recall & that did not fix the problem. They told me I had to bring it back in & pay $150 diagnostic fee to have them figure out problem with airbags. I haven't brought in. I'm frustrated they didn't fix it with the recall & feel it could be part of the recall issue & why should I have to pay for diagnostic tests & subsequent repairs.
- Electrical system · Engine · Steering
TL* the contact owns a 2009 suzuki SX4. The contact stated that the drive belt slipped causing a squeaking noise. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 11v055000 (electrical system). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The…
TL* the contact owns a 2009 suzuki SX4. The contact stated that the drive belt slipped causing a squeaking noise. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 11v055000 (electrical system). The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,000. updated 02/18/15*lj the consumer stated the vehicle's blower fan would slow down. The steering would become difficult and pull to the right. updated 4/4/16/2016 *js
- Air bags
Diver airbag light IS always on. when taken for repairs code often differs. authorized suzuki dealership says that entire wiring system would need replaced for $3000, but could not guarantee that would fix it.. it can be cleared, but that IS only effective for a few days. light used to be…
Diver airbag light IS always on. when taken for repairs code often differs. authorized suzuki dealership says that entire wiring system would need replaced for $3000, but could not guarantee that would fix it.. it can be cleared, but that IS only effective for a few days. light used to be intermittent, now it IS constant. authorized suzuki dealership says when light IS on, the air bag will not deploy. I've been forced to drive with this condition for 10K miles or more. my passenger seat had different airbag sensor problems. it has been replaced. replacement of passenger seat did not affect driver side problem for better or worse. *tr
- Air bags · Electrical system · Seats
The front passenger airbag warning light comes on intermittently. There IS a known recall of the 2009 suzuki SX4 for a problem with the sensor in the right front passenger seat. I bought this car as a used vehicle in december 2013. I have attempted to contact suzuki motor of america directly by two…
The front passenger airbag warning light comes on intermittently. There IS a known recall of the 2009 suzuki SX4 for a problem with the sensor in the right front passenger seat. I bought this car as a used vehicle in december 2013. I have attempted to contact suzuki motor of america directly by two separate letters to inquire about having the necessary repair made; also I have called three designated dealerships that handle suzuki warranty repairs in orlando, tampa, and st. Petersburg, fl to inquire about the status of the recall. I have received no response from suzuki motor of america, and the dealers know nothing about the status of this recall, other than verifying that my vehicle IS one of those affected by the recall. I am concerned that, should this vehicle be involved in an accident with a passenger in the front passenger seat, that the airbag will not deploy as it should, thus potentially leading to a serious passenger injury. I would like assistance in getting suzuki to follow through with the recall repairs for this defect. *tr
- Air bags
TL * the contact owns a 2009 suzuki SX4. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer to have the passenger side air bag serviced. After the repair, the contact noticed that the driver side air bag indicator was illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired again. The failure mileage was 97,596. updated 9/12/14*cn
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2009 suzuki SX4. The contact stated that nhtsa campaign ID number: 13v405000 (air bags) had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair. The dealer stated the part was not available for repair. The contact stated that the passenger's side air bag warning light…
TL* the contact owns a 2009 suzuki SX4. The contact stated that nhtsa campaign ID number: 13v405000 (air bags) had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for repair. The dealer stated the part was not available for repair. The contact stated that the passenger's side air bag warning light intermittently failed to illuminate when activated by an occupant. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 50,000. Dr
- Tires › Pressure monitoring and regulating systems
Two TPMS sensors failed. the first sensor failed at about 31000 miles and was replaced under warranty. then at around 50,000 miles the second TPMS sensor failed after warranty had expired. the failure IS mechanical in nature. The threaded valve stem of the TPMS sensor develops hairline cracks…
Two TPMS sensors failed. the first sensor failed at about 31000 miles and was replaced under warranty. then at around 50,000 miles the second TPMS sensor failed after warranty had expired. the failure IS mechanical in nature. The threaded valve stem of the TPMS sensor develops hairline cracks refaulting in slow air leaks, which develop into larger leaks within weeks, which leads to the TPMS warning light going off in the instrument panel, and eventually, in the need to replace to TPMS sensor due to the air leak. failure to check the tire's air pressure within a day or two can result in a flat tire. there IS a great deal of evidence in internet forums that this IS a widespread suzuki SX4 issue, hinting at an underlying fault with the TPMS sensors. *tr
- Air bags
I have received two safety recall letters from suzuki detailing a problem with my airbag system that matches a problem that I have had with the car for the last two years. My airbag light IS always illuminated. When I received the first recall letter, I took my car to a suzuki dealership. They…
I have received two safety recall letters from suzuki detailing a problem with my airbag system that matches a problem that I have had with the car for the last two years. My airbag light IS always illuminated. When I received the first recall letter, I took my car to a suzuki dealership. They confirmed the defect, but told me that the diagnostic code generated by their test did not match the one that suzuki has said that they are covering. The issue IS the same, and the fix IS the same. The issue can be resolved by replacing a defective component in the seat cushion. This apparently requires that the entire seat be replaced at a cost of around $1000. I have called suzuki several times in an attempt to get a resolution to this problem, but they refuse to cover the repair. I am refusing to repair the issue myself since it should be covered, and I have no guarantee that I can be reimbursed for the repair charges. I am right now researching my legal options for this matter since I cannot get suzuki to pay to have the defect repaired. My online research on this car shows that the defect has existed in various suzuki SX4 models for several years. One online review for the 2009 model year noted the defect to which suzuki responded that it would be fixed. Apparently, they did not fix the problem. Now thousands of owners are driving around with defective airbag systems. It seems that suzuki IS only willing to cover a few of them while leaving the rest of us to pay for a very costly repair. *tr
- Air bags
2009 suzuki SX4 64,000 air bag light stays on even though never in an accident or activated. contacted dealership and told me not under warranty. costs way over $1,000 to fix and unfortunately I don't have that kind of money. I did some research and found an extremely high volume of complaints…
2009 suzuki SX4 64,000 air bag light stays on even though never in an accident or activated. contacted dealership and told me not under warranty. costs way over $1,000 to fix and unfortunately I don't have that kind of money. I did some research and found an extremely high volume of complaints for this identical dilemma. I believe there should be a recall and suzuki should rectify this problem at no cost to the consumer. what IS it going to take? somebody dying in an accident to get their attention? please let's take care of this and save human lives! please let's not put money over safety. *tr
- Air bags
While my car was under warranty, on two different occasions I got the airbag symbol. now that my warranty has expired now the airbag symbol came back plus the front passenger seatbelt unlock light symbol, even with the seatbelt secured. I went to suzuki they told me that I had to pay to get my car inspected , I told them that this IS not an issue of wear and tear this IS a safety issue. *tr
- Air bags
This vehicle air bag sensor had a problem early on.. brought to dealership they reset... *tr air bag ligt came back on, wanted me to pay to reset it... So I never did... but as I read other people having the same issue with a sensor that shuts off the airbag... and leaves it off with…
This vehicle air bag sensor had a problem early on.. brought to dealership they reset... *tr air bag ligt came back on, wanted me to pay to reset it... So I never did... but as I read other people having the same issue with a sensor that shuts off the airbag... and leaves it off with no way to turn it back on... And a defective sensor in the seat and they now want 1,400 to replace it... When it has never functioned...
- Air bags
I would like to submit a claim on my 2009 suzuki SX4 due to the airbag warning light illumination with dtc code b1318 fault. this has caused both airbag warning lights, airbag off lights and seatbelt lights, to come on and not go off at various times. we were sent a letter from suzuki…
I would like to submit a claim on my 2009 suzuki SX4 due to the airbag warning light illumination with dtc code b1318 fault. this has caused both airbag warning lights, airbag off lights and seatbelt lights, to come on and not go off at various times. we were sent a letter from suzuki acknowledged an airbag-related issues with front passenger seats on the vehicles for an open-circuit problem for the sensor mat that determines if an adult or child IS sitting in the front seat. I called suzuki customer service on 7/29/13 and spoke to [xxx]. I informed [xxx] that we purchased this vehicle due to my daughter's small stature in which she IS under 5 feet tall and only weighs 90 pounds while having a valid indiana driver?s license. her small stature has caused several errors with the passenger side airbag warning light to illuminate. The seat IS not sensing her presence and sets off the warning light. [xxx] acknowledged that there was a problem but would not repair the vehicle. he stated that airbag issues are only covered under the 3 year 36,000 mile warranty. I did not agree that an acknowledged issue with a safety related component failure due to a persons small stature IS the consumers responsibility. [xxx] also stated that our small stature daughter should not sit in the front passenger seat due to this vehicles issue. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6). *tr
- Engine and engine cooling · Steering
Chirping of accessory drive belt aread noticed. Suzuki replaced serpentine belt and tensioner pulley out of warranty. Seems like something IS wrong when replacing a tensioner pulley below 35000 miles. *tr
- Air bags
My suzuki SX-4 has shown an airbag warning light for just over two years. this began just shortly after the warranty period expired. I researched the problem online, and found that this IS a common issue, and that most cases required a repair in excess of $1000. recently, suzuki issued a repair…
My suzuki SX-4 has shown an airbag warning light for just over two years. this began just shortly after the warranty period expired. I researched the problem online, and found that this IS a common issue, and that most cases required a repair in excess of $1000. recently, suzuki issued a repair extension for the airbag system, but my situation conveniently does not qualify. apparently, the diagnostic code IS different from what suzuki issued the extension for. I was told this morning by a suzuki dealership that I must pay another $95 for diagnostics to find out what the diagnostic code means. this IS not acceptable. I have tried talking to representatives at suzuki's "customer relations" department, but to no avail. they insist that this issue IS not covered under their repair extension, and that I must pay for additional testing, and repair in order to resolve this issue. my online research has revealed that this issue IS widespread, and it should not be considered to be a normal wear and tear, out of warranty issue. this IS a serious safety problem. *tr
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2009 suzuki SX4. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds he noticed that the check engine light was illuminated. The contact used a personal scan tool which read that the catalytic converter failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to the…
TL* the contact owns a 2009 suzuki SX4. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds he noticed that the check engine light was illuminated. The contact used a personal scan tool which read that the catalytic converter failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer cleared the check engine light and never diagnosed the failure. Approximately 72 hours later, the check engine warning light was illuminated again. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 21,000. The current mileage was approximately 23,000. *tr
- Air bags
The air bag dash light came on and stayed on. I took it to the suzuki dealership. they told me there was a recall on the passenger seat sensor. they reset the light to shut it off and charged me $99.95 labor to do so. I asked why this was not covered under warranty or the recall. they told me…
The air bag dash light came on and stayed on. I took it to the suzuki dealership. they told me there was a recall on the passenger seat sensor. they reset the light to shut it off and charged me $99.95 labor to do so. I asked why this was not covered under warranty or the recall. they told me it only had a 3 year 36,000 mile warranty. they also reset and fixed the light without my authorization to do so since I thought this would be a warrantied repair. *tr
- Tires
Just back from 15 mile trip to walmart, turned into long driveway and drove about 200 feet when heard noise like we were dragging a large weed ; stopped and saw the tire had failed . Looked like the sidewall of the tire close to the outside of the rim had split all around the tire. Purchased…
Just back from 15 mile trip to walmart, turned into long driveway and drove about 200 feet when heard noise like we were dragging a large weed ; stopped and saw the tire had failed . Looked like the sidewall of the tire close to the outside of the rim had split all around the tire. Purchased these 4 new tires on 6/30/2012 from discount tire company in tyler, texas so this tire only had 3,557 miles on it when this happened. The tire was a bfg gforce sport comp2, size 205/50zr17 89W. Will return to the store for warranty but might have been bad if it had happened on the highway at 70mph rather than the driveway at 10 mph. Did not find any recalls on this tire in the recall search website. *tr
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Occupant Classification System Failure
Suzuki Motor of America is conducting a safety recall to remedy the occupant classification system's (OCS) sensor mats in approximately 193,936 model year 2006-2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2007-2011 Suzuki SX4 vehicles (see NHTSA recall 13V-405 for more details).The sensor mat installed in the front passenger seat can…
Suzuki Motor of America is conducting a safety recall to remedy the occupant classification system's (OCS) sensor mats in approximately 193,936 model year 2006-2011 Suzuki Grand Vitara and 2007-2011 Suzuki SX4 vehicles (see NHTSA recall 13V-405 for more details).The sensor mat installed in the front passenger seat can develop an electrical circuit disconnection as a result of repeated flexing of the seat from use of the seat.According to Suzuki, when the failure occurs, the OCS system, by design, will not suppress the frontal passenger air bag for a seated child or small-stature adult.A deploying passenger air bag can cause serious injury to such an occupant.The recall population excludes those vehicles that previously had proper remedies under the special coverage campaign for this issue (~11,600) that began in July 2012.The recall remedy will be to install a new front passenger seat cushion assembly that includes an improved OCS sensor mat and an OCS control module with updated algorithms designed to properly identify the type/size of the seated occupant.Consequently, this recall action will address various OCS related problems, including a programming error (associated with diagnostic trouble code B1318) related to detecting a change or shifting in load on the front passenger seat in the model year 2009 Grand Vitara and SX4 vehicles.This Preliminary Evaluation is closed.The ODI reports cited above can be reviewed online at http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchNHTSAID under the following identification numbers: 10178750, 10185778, 10200217, 10200123, 10206368, 10217021, 10250561, 10254251, 10263756, 10283309, 10285166, 10294320, 10316125, 10323718, 10324530, 10326910, 10332645, 10347204, 10348957, 10349038, 10350237, 10353604, 10354901, 10355400, 10364190, 10367631, 10369777, 10371056, 10373558, 10375165, 10375789, 10376071, 10376621, 10378154, 10380794, 10382860, 10392447, 10392434, 10392599, 10393975, 10395430, 10395602, 10395821, 10395983, 10398172, 10400092, 10400035, 10401106, 10401424, 10404772, 10405359, 10406459, 10407500, 10409412, 10409993, 10413235, 10418162, 10419237, 10419578, 10425035, 10425212, 10426703, 10434905, 10435090, 10435091, 10437600, 10437892, 10437994, 10438100, 10438501, 10438613, 10439357, 10439979, 10440088, 10442968, 10442759, 10442883, 10443173, 10443592, 10443594, 10444434, 10445034, 10445447, 10446215, 10446580, 10447689, 10448161, 10448446, 10448499, 10448554, 10449238, 10450746, 10451260, 10452961, 10453168, 10453403, 10453376, 10454445, 10454978, 10455231, 10455529, 10456043, 10456367, 10456407, 10459063, 10460417, 10460510, 10462016, 10463337, 10464941, 10464693, 10467988, 10468641, 10479583, 10479929, 10481120, 10484053, 10484863, 10486369, 10486729, 10487379, 10491755, 10499622, 10506034, 10508282, 10511057, 10511439, 10512962, 10521656, 10521779, 10523512, 10523931, 10524266, 10526435, 10533196, 10535513, 10537314, 10537619, 10543672, 10544287.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10216558Reminder of the importance to conduct safety inspections for rust damage to suspension and related parts that could be caused by road salt or other chemicals applied to the roadway.
- 10152052This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball stud from becoming separated from the suspension lower arm.
- 10087001This bulletin announces the availability of an improved driveshaft flange and differential side oil seal for 4WD SX4 vehicles. The improved parts have been designed to improve prevention of corrosion on vehicles driven in severe weather conditions.
- 10051700Suzuki: due to change in load on passenger seat with shifting of weight and objects in seat, airbag warning light illuminates, causing an occupant classification module (ocm) error. Models 2009 SX-4.
- 10049919Suzuki: counter measure procedure for dtc b1318. The airbag warning light illuminates, and dtc b1318 IS stored. This typically can result from a change in load on the passenger seat.
- 10044321Suzuki: due to repeated flexing, the front passenger sensing system circuit located within seat bottom cushion assembly, have an electric disconnection. Updated 04/10/2013
- 10044319Suzuki: on certain vehicles, within the front passenger seat bottom cushion, the sensing sensor mat, an electric circuit disconnection may have developed, due to repeated flexing.
- 10044041Suzuki: see document search button for owner letter. Warranty extension for 'air bag' warning light illumination. Updated 7/25/12.
- 10032751Suzuki: the airbag warning light illuminates, and dtc b1318 IS stored. This typically can result from a change in load on the passenger seat, such as a passenger shifting their weight on and off the seat, or an object (bag, briefcase, pet, etc.) bouncing on the seat while the vehicle IS traveling.
- 10030328Suzuki: replacing 5TH gear parts to repair manual transaxle concerns such as popping out of 5TH gear while driving. Worn or failed 5TH gear synchronizer, 5TH gear, and related parts. Do not replace the transaxle assembly. All model years listed.
Every Suzuki SX4 model year
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