Suzuki Kizashi Years to Avoid — Worst & Best Years to Buy
Every Suzuki Kizashi model year (2010–2013) ranked by recall count, complaint volume, deaths, and injuries. Data sourced directly from NHTSA.
Suzuki Kizashi Years to Avoid
1 recall · 36 complaints
2 reported injuries
Top issue: AIR BAGS
Problem score: 43
2 recalls · 20 complaints
Top issue: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 26
1 recall · 18 complaints
1 reported injury
Top issue: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Problem score: 23
Best Suzuki Kizashi Years to Buy
2 recalls · 1 complaint
Main area: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Problem score: 7
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Suzuki Kizashi — Year-by-Year Problem Report
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Problem Score | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 2 | 1 | — | — | 7 | Good |
| 2012 | 1 | 36 | 2 | — | 43 | Avoid |
| 2011 | 1 | 18 | 1 | — | 23 | Caution |
| 2010 | 2 | 20 | — | — | 26 | Caution |
All 4 model years shown. Deaths and injuries from NHTSA complaint filings. Higher problem scores indicate more reported safety issues.
Suzuki Kizashi Shopping Guide by Era
2013–2017
Best: 2013Mid-decade Kizashi units are entering high-mileage territory. Inspect carefully for powertrain wear and verify recall completion status. The 2013 shows the lowest problem count for this era.
Pre-2013
Proceed with CautionOlder Kizashi models have more accumulated wear and a larger recall history. These are higher-risk purchases without documented maintenance records and a clean VIN history report.
Frequently Asked Questions
What year Kizashi should I avoid?+
Avoid the 2012 Suzuki Kizashi if possible. It has 1 recall, 36 owner complaints. The overall problem score is 43 — the highest in our dataset.
What is the best year Kizashi to buy?+
The 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is the lowest-risk year in our analysis, with a problem score of 7. It has only 2 recalls and 1 complaint on record with NHTSA.
Which Kizashi has the fewest problems?+
The 2013 model years have the fewest documented problems. Even for low-problem years, verifying a specific vehicle's history via its VIN is always recommended before purchase.
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