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2012 Suzuki SX4 recalls

NHTSA campaigns received 2010 to 2026-09-30 that list the 2012 model year.

The 2012 Suzuki SX4 is covered by 3 recall campaigns. Repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN to see which are still open.

CampaignReceivedComponent
18V8040002018-11-14Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Pump
15V5870002015-09-22Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Pump
14V8110002014-12-22Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl)

Each recall: problem, risk and fix

Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Pump (18V804000, 2018-11-14)

Problem: Suzuki Motor America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Suzuki SX4 vehicles. The power steering pump may seize causing a loss of steering assist.

Risk: A seizure of the power steering pump would cause a loss of power steering assist, requiring extra steering effort at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Free fix: Suzuki has notified owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pump with an improved one, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2019. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is CZ.

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. · 18,673 vehicles · NHTSA record

Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Pump (15V587000, 2015-09-22)

Problem: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2012-2103 Suzuki SX4 vehicles manufactured September 3, 2011, to April 5, 2013. In the affected vehicles, insufficient clearance between the power steering pump body and the power steering fluid control valve may cause improper movement of the valve, and as a result, the power steering pump may seize.

Risk: A seizure of the power steering pump would cause a loss of power steering assist, requiring extra steering effort at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Free fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pump, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners may contact Suzuki's customer service number at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is VS.

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. · 18,673 vehicles · NHTSA record

Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (Prndl) (14V811000, 2014-12-22)

Problem: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 SX4 vehicles manufactured July 16, 2009, to November 1, 2012, and 2010-2013 Kizashi vehicles manufactured October 13, 2009, to October 31, 2012. The shift selector can be moved out of the "Park" position without depressing the brake pedal.

Risk: 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.

Free fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shift selector assembly and inspect, and if necessary, replace the shift knob, free of charge. The recall began January 16, 2015. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-996-7040. Suzuki's number for this recall is VL.

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. · 60,823 vehicles · NHTSA record

A recall covers a make, model and year range; whether one specific vehicle is affected or already repaired is confirmed by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or by a dealer. Recall repairs are free. Source: NHTSA recall flat file (public domain), campaigns received since January 2010.

Other model years: 2011 · 2013 · All Suzuki SX4 recalls