Suzuki Sx4 2011
Model Sx4 made in 2011 by Suzuki got 15 consumer complains there is 1 recall as well as 7 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to exterior lighting, power train and structure. Technical service bulletines regarding air bags, power train. There was one recall concerning electrical system .
Model 2011
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR | ||||||||||||||||
| 11V055000 | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | V (Vehicle) | 32291 | 02/16/2011 | MFR | AMERICAN SUZUKI MOTOR CORP. | 01/27/2011 | 02/02/2011 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 suzuki grand vitara multipurpose passenger vehicles equipped with 4-cylinder engines; model year 2011 suzuki grand vitara multipurpose passenger vehicles produced prior to october 17, 2010; model year 2010 suzuki sx4 passenger vehicles; and 2011 suzuki sx4 passenger vehicles produced prior to october 14, 2010. the tension adjuster pulley for the drive belt that operates the alternator, water pump, air conditioner compressor and power steering pump, has an improperly manufactured internal spring that can break due to repeated stress. if the spring breaks, the drive belt will not be adjusted properly and can slip, causing a squeaking noise. or the drive belt could come off causing the driver to increase to steer the vehicle. this can also cause the coolant temperature indication to rise, which can lead to the engine overheating, or can cause the charging light to come on, which can lead to battery discharge and engine stall. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | If the drive belt comes off, requiring the driver to use increased steering effort, or the engine stalls, a vehicle crash could occur | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the tension adjuster pulley with an improved part. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on february 16, 2011. owners may contact suzuki at 1-887-697-8985 or visit suzuki's website at http://www.suzukiauto.com. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Suzuki safety recall no. sm.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL | |||||
| SC-60R-1 | 05/13/2012 | 10044319 | Suzuki: on certain vehicles, within the front passenger seat bottom cushion, the sensing sensor mat, an electric circuit disconnection may have developed, due to repeated flexing. *pe | 06/12/2012 | |
| TSB-TS-02-05222 | 06/12/2012 | 10044321 | Suzuki: due to repeated flexing, the front passenger sensing system circuit located within seat bottom cushion assembly, have an electric disconnection. *pe | 06/12/2012 | |
| AIR BAGS - FRONTAL - SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE | |||||
| TSB-TS-02-05222 | 06/12/2012 | 10044321 | Suzuki: due to repeated flexing, the front passenger sensing system circuit located within seat bottom cushion assembly, have an electric disconnection. *pe | 06/12/2012 | |
| ABE-ZA-120418 | 04/18/2012 | 10044041 | Suzuki: warranty extension for 'air bag' warning light illumination. *js | 05/08/2012 | |
| ABE-ZA-120418 | 07/25/2012 | SCE-ZA | 10044041 | Suzuki: see document search button for owner letter. warranty extension for 'air bag' warning light illumination. *js updated 7/25/12. *pe | 05/08/2012 |
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) | |||||
| TB-09-10121-R | 11/01/2011 | 10042156 | Suzuki: the reprogramming of the cvt controller (tcm) is an emission service campaign for model year 2012. *pe | 11/28/2011 | |
| SC-57-R-1 | 10/11/2011 | 10042157 | Suzuki: on certain my 2012 vehicles (sx4/kizashi) equipped with continuously variable transmission (cvt), a voluntary emission campaign has been conducted from manufacturer. *pe | 11/28/2011 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||
| 03/30/2011 | 1600 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2011 suzuki sx4 crossover. while driving approximately 65 mph the contact attempted to turn on the vehicles high beam lights and the noticed the head lights had not been turned on. the contact stated the daytime running lights were illuminated and were bright and he thought the head light were on. the instrument panel lights were illuminated which the contact stated usually indicates the tail lights are on. the contact went through the manual and stated it does not see information regarding the instrument panel illuminating without the headlight being illuminated. the dealer was contacted and stated that was the design of the vehicle. the manufacturer was contacted and because the contact was recording the call they could not speak with him. the approximate current mileage was 1600. ds | |||
| POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | |||
| 02/23/2011 | 50000 | ||
| 2008 forenza suzuki the tranmission slips out of gear when driving and the computer on the dashboard may change from drive to reverse, park or nuetral while the car is in motion. the dealer states that it may not be covered under warranty. the passanger door handle broke off. | |||
| STRUCTURE - BODY | |||
| 11/15/2011 | 2700 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2011 suzuki sx4. the contact stated was using the tire jack to lift the vehicle and change a tire. during the process, the bass of the jack bent and the vehicle fell back down to the ground. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 2,700. the vin was unavailable. kmj | |||
| 11/15/2011 | 2700 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2011 suzuki sx4. the contact stated that the vehicle was parked and she was using its jack to lift the vehicle. during the process, the bass of the jack bent and the vehicle fell back down to the ground. the vehicle was not taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 2,700. the vin was unavailable. sm. | |||
| WHEELS | |||
| 04/01/2012 | 30000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2011 suzuki sx4. the contact stated there was a crack on the side of the valve stem that caused a slow leak in the tire. the vehicle was repaired. the dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 30000. | |||
| 04/01/2012 | 30000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2011 suzuki sx4. the contact stated there was a crack on the side of the valve stem that caused a slow leak in the tire. the vehicle was repaired. the dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was 30000. rvk | |||