Suzuki Kizashi problems and complaints, 2010 to 2012
68 NHTSA owner complaints and 6 recalls across 3 model years, 2010 to 2012. Built from NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, generated October 26, 2026.
- 68complaints
- 6recalls
- 3reported crashes
- 1reported fires
- 2reported injuries
Which Suzuki Kizashi years should you avoid?
We cover 3 model years of the Suzuki Kizashi, too few to say which stand out.
NHTSA does not publish sales figures, so these are complaint counts, not a rate per car on the road. A year that sold more cars collects more complaints, and older years have had longer to collect them.
Every model year
Most reported problem areas
Share of the 45 complaints sorted by system, all years together.
- Engine & powertrain16 (36%)
- Electrical & infotainment13 (29%)
- Steering, suspension & tires7 (16%)
- Airbags & seat belts7 (16%)
- Other systems2 (4%)
Recalls (6)
Airbags · 19V343000 · May 2019 · model years 2010, 2011, 2012
The deactivated front air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Safety · 19V187000 · Mar 2019 · model years 2010, 2011, 2012
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.
Fuel system · 18V769000 · Oct 2018 · model years 2010, 2011, 2012
A cracked tank may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.
Transmission · 14V811000 · Dec 2014 · model years 2010, 2011, 2012
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.
Fuel system · 14V464000 · Jul 2014 · model years 2010, 2011, 2012
Negative pressure could cause the fuel tank to crack resulting in a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Structure · 10V287000 · Jun 2010 · model year 2010
THE DOOR MAY OPEN IN A CRASH, INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO THE VEHICLE'S OCCUPANTS.