2012 Suzuki SX4 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

3 safety recalls on file

The 2012 Suzuki SX4 has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 40 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 crashes, 1 fire, 2 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Steering (17 reports).

3Recalls
40Owner complaints
2Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2012 Suzuki SX4 recalls

Power Steering Pump May Seize, Losing Steering Assist

Recall 18V804Nov 14, 201818,673 vehicles affected

The power steering pump in certain vehicles may seize, causing a loss of power steering assist.

Power Steering Pump May Seize, Causing Loss of Steering Assist

Recall 15V587Sep 22, 201518,673 vehicles affected

The power steering pump may seize because there is not enough clearance between the pump body and the power steering fluid control valve.

Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Gear Position Indication (Prndl)

Recall 14V811Dec 22, 201460,823 vehicles affected

Most common 2012 Suzuki SX4 problems

Problem areas named in the 40 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Steering17
Air Bags15
Power Train5
Seats3
Engine2
Vehicle Speed Control2
Service Brakes1
Tires1
Exterior Lighting1
Unknown Or Other1

What owners report

2026-02-11, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2012 Suzuki SX4. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked and the engine was running, the air bags independently deployed. The contact stated that the failure had occurred while the contact was on the outside of the vehicle, removing items from the rear seat on the rear passenger's side of the vehicle. The contact stated that the rear seat lever was lifted to lower the rear seat, and the front driver's side curtain air bag, and the rear passenger's side pillar air bag independently deployed. The failure occurred instantly when the rear seat was lowered. There was a loud sound but no smoke. The contact fell to the ground when the air bags deployed. The front passenge
2025-02-07, Steering
The contact owns a 2012 Suzuki SX4. The contact stated while driving at approximately 73 MPH, the vehicle became difficult to maneuver. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the power steering pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was previously serviced under an undisclosed NHTSA recall that was associated with the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 121,000.
2024-02-18, Air Bags
The airbag sensor in the passenger seat failed. There is a known Supplemental Restraint System issue/recall in 2007-2011 Suzuki SX4s, however there has not been a recall for the 2012 model despite this being an issue beyond the aforementioned years. Affected vehicles may develop an electrical circuit disconnection within the front passenger sensing system sensor mat that is built into the front passenger seat bottom cushion. The disconnection is due to repeated flexing of the sensor mat from use of the front passenger seat. If this condition occurs, the “AIR BAG” light in the instrument cluster and, the front passenger’s seat belt reminder light will come on. Also, the “PASS AIR
2021-06-28, Steering
2012 SUZUKI SX4. CONSUMER WRITES SEEKING REIMBURSEMENT FOR POWER STEERING PUMP SAFETY RECALL.
2021-03-08, Seats
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 SUZUKI SX4. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH, THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE SEAT WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO SARASOTA MITSUBISHI (6826 S TAMIAMI TRAIL, SARASOTA, FL 34231) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED AS PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BOTTOM MALFUNCTION. THE DEALER INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER'S SIDE SEAT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED HOWEVER, THE PART WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE CONTACT CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER AND WAS INFORMED THAT HE WOULD RECEIVE A CALLBACK HOWEVER, NO FURTHER ASSISTANCE WAS PROVIDED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 46,000.

2012 Suzuki SX4 questions

Does the 2012 Suzuki SX4 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2012 Suzuki SX4: Power Steering Pump May Seize, Losing Steering Assist; Power Steering Pump May Seize, Causing Loss of Steering Assist; Power Train:Automatic Transmission:Gear Position Indication (Prndl). Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2012 Suzuki SX4?

Based on 40 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (17), Air Bags (15), Power Train (5).

How do I check if a recall on my 2012 Suzuki SX4 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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