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Is the Suzuki Kizashi Reliable?

2010–2013 defect & recall-risk analysis from citable NHTSA data.

The score ranks this model's recall intensity against other sedans — plus systemic-defect concentration and any open federal investigations. It measures defect and recall risk, not long-term mechanical durability, and is deliberately not skewed by how many were sold.

72/100
Good

Reliability Score

13
Total Recalls
78
Owner Complaints
3
Reported Injuries
0
Reported Deaths
Recall intensity (what drives the score)
0.0 recalls/yr vs. sedan median 1.2/yr
Safety record (separate score)
Lowno open investigations · 0 deaths, 3 injuries on record

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Suzuki Kizashi Reliability by Year

Model YearRecallsComplaintsInjuriesDeathsReliability ScoreRating
201331——
57
Fair
20123362—
57
Fair
20113181—
57
Fair
2010423——
57
Fair

Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.

How the Kizashi Compares to Similar Vehicles

Suzuki Kizashi72/100
Sedan Category Average72/100

The Kizashi scores exactly at the sedan average.

Known Suzuki Kizashi Reliability Issues

The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:

AIR BAGS
13
POWER TRAIN
10
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
9
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
8
ENGINE
6
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
5

Based on 78 owner complaints across recent model years.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Suzuki Kizashi reliable?+

The Suzuki Kizashi scores 72/100 on our reliability index — rated "Good." Across 4 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 13 recall campaigns and 78 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.

What year Kizashi is most reliable?+

Among the years analyzed, the 2013 Kizashi achieved the highest reliability score of 57/100 with 3 recalls and 1 complaints.

How many miles does a Kizashi last?+

With consistent maintenance, most Suzuki Kizashi owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Kizashi will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.

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Detailed breakdown of every reported defect for the Suzuki Kizashi.

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Check a Specific Suzuki Kizashi VIN

Model-level reliability scores show general trends. A VIN-specific report reveals the exact history of any individual vehicle — accidents, odometer records, auction events, and open recalls.

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