2010 Suzuki SX4 problems & reliability
21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2010 Suzuki SX4, alongside 5 safety recall campaigns. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by owners to the federal Office of Defects Investigation.
Each complaint is counted once (by NHTSA case number), even when it names several vehicles.
6 complaints report injuries (8 injured).
Federal crash records (FARS 2020–2023): 2010 Suzuki SX4 vehicles were involved in 2 fatal crashes with 2 occupant deaths. Involvement counts are not adjusted for how many are on the road and do not imply fault or a vehicle defect.
Most reported problems
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 7 | 33% |
| Electrical System | 4 | 19% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 | 19% |
| Steering | 2 | 10% |
| Structure | 2 | 10% |
| Tires | 2 | 10% |
| Engine | 1 | 5% |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 | 5% |
| Power Train | 1 | 5% |
| Seats | 1 | 5% |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.
Complaints by incident year
What owners report
“After coming to a complete stop at a stop sign, I slowly turned the corner to pull into a parking lot when the vehicle suddenly accelerated to a high speed on the city street. I was unable to stop the vehicle before hitting a parked car. The air bags deployed - minor injuries were sustained and the car was extensively…”
Vehicle Speed Control · filed Aug 8, 2018
“Tl* the contact owns a 2010 suzuki sx4. After placing the vehicle in park and releasing the brake pedal, the vehicle began to roll backwards. The contact stopped the vehicle, but was unable to shift the vehicle into any other gear. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or independent mechanic. A dealer was not…”
Power Train · filed Oct 31, 2017
“Front right passenger door will neither unlock nor open due to faulty "door latch", creating a safety hazard as vehicle egress is impossible under emergency conditions. Suzuki dealer or authorized service center states oem replacement part will take three months to replace once it is ordered, as it needs to be shipped…”
Structure · filed Dec 27, 2016
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Federal defect investigations
- Occupant Classification System Failure
Preliminary Evaluation PE13021 · opened Jun 14, 2013 · closed Sep 30, 2013 · led to recall 13V405000
Technical service bulletins
7 manufacturer communications (TSBs, service campaigns, warranty extensions) are on file with NHTSA for the 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Reminder 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.
SUZ_016008 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 8, 2022
This 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…
N-Q-G-045 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 20, 2018
This bulletin describes corrective action needed to address complaints of reduction in engine power output due to activation of the continuously variable transmission (CVT) temperature protection control system due to…
suz_013727 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 6, 2017
This 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…
SUZ_013377 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Oct 14, 2016
Suzuki: see document search button for owner letter. Warranty extension for 'air bag' warning light illumination. *js updated 7/25/12. *pe
ABE-ZA-120418 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jul 25, 2012
Suzuki: due to repeated flexing, the front passenger sensing system circuit located within seat bottom cushion assembly, have an electric disconnection. *pe updated 04/10/2013 *js
TSB-TS-02-05222 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Jun 12, 2012
Suzuki: 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. *pe
SC-60R-1 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued May 13, 2012
TSBs are repair guidance manufacturers send to dealers — they are not recalls and repairs are not automatically free. Full documents are available on NHTSA’s site.
Safety recalls
The 2010 Suzuki SX4 has 5 NHTSA recall campaigns — recall repairs are free at franchised dealers regardless of the vehicle’s age.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
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