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ProblemsByVin File / 2010-SUZUKI-SX4
2010 · Suzuki

Suzuki SX4 problems

2 safety recalls. 21 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
8.2 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Top trouble spots 3 categories with 3+ complaints

airbags
5 reports · avg $1,100
severe
cruise control
4 reports · avg $600
severe
electrical
3 reports · avg $850
severe
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Should you buy an extended warranty on this 2010 SX4?
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2010 SX4 · body
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…
12/27/2016 · NHTSA ODI #10937641.0
2010 SX4 · body
- - - THE PROBLEM WITH THIS CAR IS A POOR AND DANGEROUS DESIGN FEATURE. THERE ARE TWO (2) ROOF FRAME SUPPORTS ON EACH SIDE AT THE WINDSHIELD. ONE IS FOR THE WINDSHIELD THE OTHER IS FOR THE SMALL SIDE WINDOW AND THEY BOTH COME TOGETHER AT THE TOP, AND WHEN THEY DO THEY TAKE UP SO…
12/26/2011 · NHTSA ODI #10441195.0
2010 SX4 · airbags Crash
STOPPED AT FOUR WAY INTERSECTION, TRAFFIC LIGHT TURNS GREEN VEHICLE BESIDE ME IN RIGHT LANE TAKES OFF, I TAKE OFF CROSSING INTERSECTION A VEHICLE COMING FROM LEFT FAILS TO STOP AT RED LIGHT, HITS ME ON LEFT FRONT CORNER ON CAR (DRIVER SIDE) PUSHES ME, MAKING MY CAR SPIN, WHERE…
12/14/2010 · NHTSA ODI #10370682.0
2010 SX4 · cruise control
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 SUZUKI SX4. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE SURGED FORWARD; THE CONTACT SHIFTED INTO NEUTRAL AND APPLIED THE BRAKES. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO CONTINUE DRIVING. THE CONTACT REMOVED THE FLOOR MATS; THE FAILURE CONTINUED INTERMITTENTLY. THE…
11/30/2010 · NHTSA ODI #10368347.0

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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 10V513000 19/10/2010

SUZUKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 SX4 HATCHBACK AND MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 SX4 HATCHBACK AND SEDAN PASSENGER VEHICLES

IF A REAR VIEW MIRROR FALLS OFF THE VEHICLE THE DRIVER WILL HAVE REDUCED VISIBILITY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Fix: 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.
severe NHTSA 10V392000 01/09/2010

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

OVERHEATED BATTERIES COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

Fix: 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.

Common questions

Is the 2010 Suzuki SX4 reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.2 out of 10 based on 21 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2010 Suzuki SX4 is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

What's the most common problem on the 2010 Suzuki SX4?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is airbags, with 5 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The airbags is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,100 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Suzuki SX4 has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2010 Suzuki SX4?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 21 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,100, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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