2009 Suzuki SX4: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2009 Suzuki SX4: 3 recalls, 48 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Equipment Vehicle recall #10V392000 · 2010 · 20,692 vehicles
What's wrong: The batteries contained in the affected gps units can overheat.
Why it matters: Overheated batteries could result in a fire.
The fix: Suzuki will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by garmin technicians by replacing the battery and inserting a spacer on top of the battery free of charge. The safety recall began on September 24, 2010.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #10V513000 · 2010 · 69,587 vehicles
What's wrong: The three screws that secure each of the outside rear view mirrors to the mirror base can come loose due to vibration.
Why it matters: If a rear view mirror falls off the vehicle the driver will have reduced visibility increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the base screws on both outer rear view mirrors free of charge. The safety recall began on November 5, 2010.
Airbags Vehicle recall #13V405000 · 2013 · 189,901 vehicles
What's wrong: Suzuki motor of america, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 grand vitara and 2007-2011 sx4 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, over time, the ocs sensor mat installed in the front passenger seat May fail due to repeated flexing of the mat from use of the seat. As a result, during a crash necessitating deployment, the air bag will deploy regardless of whether the front seat occupant is an adult…
Why it matters: Air bag deployment with a child in the front passenger side seat increases the risk of injury to that child.
The fix: Suzuki will notify owners and dealers will replace the front passenger seat cushion assembly (which includes the ocs sensor mat) free of charge. Sufficient quantities of parts are not currently available to fix all of the affected vehicles. Owners will be notified of the recall in October 2013 and…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (29): the most common themes are warning light on (15), fails to deploy (6).
- Steering (5): the most common themes are steering problems (4).
- Engine & cooling (4): the most common themes are fire / smoke (2), stalls / loses power (2).
- Seats (4): the most common themes are warning light on (2).
The 2009 Suzuki SX4 has 48 owner complaints, ranking #3 of 8 SX4 model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 39). Complaints peaked in 2012 (11 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 39,101 miles. Neighboring years: 2008 (101 complaints, 3 recalls), 2010 (21 complaints, 5 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 30 | 25 | Regular |
| 2.0 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 29 | 24 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2009 Suzuki SX4 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2009 Suzuki SX4. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2009 Suzuki SX4 problems?
Owners have filed 48 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (29), steering (5), engine & cooling (4).
What gas mileage does the 2009 Suzuki SX4 get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (2.0 L, Automatic 4-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2009 Suzuki SX4 repair manual?
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