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2013 Suzuki Kizashi recalls (6)

6 NHTSA safety recalls cover the 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about this model year. Every recall repair is free at any Suzuki dealer.

6recalls

5owner complaints

3+service bulletins

0do-not-drive / park-outside

Is yours affected? Recalls cover ranges of VINs, not every 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. Check your Kizashi by VIN and confirm open recalls at NHTSA.gov.

Every 2013 Suzuki Kizashi recall

Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.

Seats · NHTSA 19V187000
Jul 3, 2019Seats
Problem
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.
Risk
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.
Fix
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.
Full recall details for 19V187000 →
Air Bags · NHTSA 19V343000
Feb 5, 2019Air Bags:Frontal:Passenger Side:Inflator Module
Problem
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.
Risk
The deactivated front air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
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.
Full recall details for 19V343000 →
Fuel System, Gasoline · NHTSA 18V769000
Oct 31, 2018Fuel System, Gasoline
Problem
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.
Risk
A cracked tank may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix
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.
Full recall details for 18V769000 →
Power Train · NHTSA 18V331000
May 17, 2018Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)
Problem
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.
Risk
A reduction in vehicle speed or reduced acceleration can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix
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.
Full recall details for 18V331000 →
Power Train · NHTSA 14V811000
Dec 22, 2014Power 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.
Full recall details for 14V811000 →
Fuel System, Gasoline · NHTSA 14V464000
Jul 30, 2014Fuel System, Gasoline
Problem
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.
Risk
Negative pressure could cause the fuel tank to crack resulting in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix
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.
Full recall details for 14V464000 →

2013 Suzuki Kizashi complaints and service bulletins

Owners filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. Suzuki has issued at least 3 technical service bulletins (repair instructions to dealers) for this model year. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is the manufacturer’s admission of a safety defect.

Most-reported components

Unknown Or Other2
Electrical System1
Engine1
Power Train1
Steering1

Service bulletins by component

Suspension (2)
Engine (1)
Equipment (1)
Power Train (1)
Structure (1)

Public reports · not verified

What people reported

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.

“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.”
2013 SUZUKI KIZASHISep 17, 2025
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11687892
“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.”
2013 SUZUKI KIZASHIJan 14, 2024
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11565475
“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.”
2013 SUZUKI KIZASHIOct 25, 2023
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11551792
“I took my car to get a alignment n come to find out that they couldn't align the back wheels to to seize bolt and also my steering rack n pinionand it's also reading code c1122”
2013 SUZUKI KIZASHIMay 29, 2023
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11524313
“Driving on the highway to school the vehicle began to slow down and come to a stop even as I stepped on the accelerator. I parked on the side of the road and restarted and the same thing happened so I had my insurance company tow it.”
2013 SUZUKI KIZASHIMar 28, 2022
Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11458632

Search the official database: NHTSA. Excerpts are quoted from the public record, shortened at a sentence and with personal details removed.

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2013 Suzuki Kizashi recalls (6)

6 NHTSA safety recalls cover the 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about this model year. Every recall repair is free at any Suzuki dealer.

6recalls

5owner complaints

3+service bulletins

0do-not-drive / park-outside

Is yours affected? Recalls cover ranges of VINs, not every 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. Check your Kizashi by VIN and confirm open recalls at NHTSA.gov.

Every 2013 Suzuki Kizashi recall

Each campaign as NHTSA published it: what is wrong, what can happen, and the fix. Newest first.

Seats · NHTSA 19V187000

Jul 3, 2019Seats

Problem: 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.
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.

Full recall details for 19V187000 →

Air Bags · NHTSA 19V343000

Feb 5, 2019Air Bags:Frontal:Passenger Side:Inflator Module

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

Full recall details for 19V343000 →

Fuel System, Gasoline · NHTSA 18V769000

Oct 31, 2018Fuel System, Gasoline

Problem: 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.
Risk: A cracked tank may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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.

Full recall details for 18V769000 →

Power Train · NHTSA 18V331000

May 17, 2018Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm)

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

Full recall details for 18V331000 →

Power Train · NHTSA 14V811000

Dec 22, 2014Power 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.

Full recall details for 14V811000 →

Fuel System, Gasoline · NHTSA 14V464000

Jul 30, 2014Fuel System, Gasoline

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

Full recall details for 14V464000 →

2013 Suzuki Kizashi complaints and service bulletins

Most-reported components

Unknown Or Other2

Electrical System1

Engine1

Power Train1

Steering1

Service bulletins by component

Suspension (2)

Engine (1)

Equipment (1)

Power Train (1)

Structure (1)

What people reported

Owners have filed 5 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. A few in their own words, shortened. Complaints are unverified and are not proof of a defect or of any recall.

“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.”

2013 SUZUKI KIZASHISep 17, 2025

Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11687892

“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.”

2013 SUZUKI KIZASHIJan 14, 2024

Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11565475

“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.”

2013 SUZUKI KIZASHIOct 25, 2023

Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11551792

“I took my car to get a alignment n come to find out that they couldn't align the back wheels to to seize bolt and also my steering rack n pinionand it's also reading code c1122”

2013 SUZUKI KIZASHIMay 29, 2023

Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11524313

“Driving on the highway to school the vehicle began to slow down and come to a stop even as I stepped on the accelerator. I parked on the side of the road and restarted and the same thing happened so I had my insurance company tow it.”

2013 SUZUKI KIZASHIMar 28, 2022

Complaint filed with NHTSA, not verified by the agency · NHTSA complaint 11458632

Search the official database: NHTSA. Excerpts are quoted from the public record, shortened at a sentence and with personal details removed.