Suzuki Kizashi problems
0 safety recalls. 22 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.
Above-average reliability for the segment. Few systemic issues on file.
Top trouble spots 4 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
2011 SUZUKI KIZASHI. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO PROBLEMS WITH TIRES AND ALIGNMENT. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED AS HE WAS PREPARING FOR A TRIP, HE DECIDED TO CHECK THE TIRES AND DISCOVERED THE FRONT TIRES WERE BALD AND THE VEHICLE WAS OUT OF ALIGNMENT. ALSO, THE BACK-UP CAMERA…
I GOT MY KIZASHI IN 2012 AND HAVE ALREADY HAD TO REPLACE THE BATTERY TWICE. I TOOK IT TO A SHOP TO HAVE LOOKED AT AND THEY CAN'T FIND ANY REASON IT KEEPS BEING DRAINED THE WAY IT HAS BEEN. I DON'T KNOW HOW TO FIX THIS.
THE AIRBAG DEFECT WARNING LIGHT STAYS ON WHILE DRIVING OR THE CAR BEING ON. SUZUKI DEPOT IN SANT ANA CA REPLACED THE RIGHT FRONT PASSENGER SEAT CUSHION DUE TO A MANUFACTURER RECALL. THE AIRBAG LIGHT FOR THE RIGHT FRONT SEAT SOON ACTIVATED. I TOOK THE CAR TO A LOCAL SHOP. I…
MY KIZASHI WENT INTO DEALERSHIP FOR RECALL NOTICE NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V464000 , THE EVAP CANISTER AIR VENT LINE WAS CLOGGED, SO THEY REPLACED. AS PER RECALL NOTICE THE GAS TANK WAS ALSO SUPPOSED TO BE REPLACED, AND DEALERSHIP DECIDED IT WAS NOT NECESSARY !!!! *TR
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Common questions
Is the 2011 Suzuki Kizashi reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.6 out of 10 based on 22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2011 Suzuki Kizashi 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 2011 Suzuki Kizashi?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is electrical, with 5 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The electrical is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $850 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Suzuki Kizashi 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 2011 Suzuki Kizashi?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 22 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $850, 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.