2010 Suzuki Kizashi Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.

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Complaints
33
Crashes
3
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Fatalities
Recalls
6

Worst 2010 Suzuki Kizashi Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#16 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:102,074 mi
Crash-related:1
#25 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:45,600 mi
#33 complaints

Airbags

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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2010 Suzuki Kizashi.

Transmission / Drivetrain
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
102,074
Electrical Faults
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
45,600
Airbags
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine Problems
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tire Defects
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2010 Suzuki Kizashi

6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~158,596 vehicles.

19V343000Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module · Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification
~21,052 affected

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling 2010-2013 Kizashi vehicles. The front passenger seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) may misclassify an adult occupant as child and deactivate the front air bag.

19V187000Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification · Seats
~31,302 affected

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Kizashi and 2006-2013 Grand Vitara vehicles. The front passenger leather seat may shrink due to high humidity and high temperature. As a result, the occupant classification system (OCS) sensor mat may not accurately detect if an adult or child is occupying the seat.

18V769000Gasoline Fuel System
~21,063 affected

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2010-2013 Suzuki Kizashi vehicles. Dust can enter the vent line that provides fresh air to the carbon canister, restricting its air flow and possibly creating excessive negative pressure in the fuel tank which may result in the fuel tank cracking.

14V811000Power Train:automatic Transmission:gear Position Indication (prndl)
~60,823 affected

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.

14V464000Gasoline Fuel System
~19,249 affected

Suzuki Motor Of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Kizashi vehicles manufactured October 2009 through July 2012. In the affected vehicles, spiders may weave a web in the evaporative canister vent hose, blocking it and causing the fuel tank to have an excessive amount of negative pressure.

10V287000Structure:body:door:hinge And Attachments
~5,107 affected

SUZUKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 KIZASHI PASSENGER VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM OCTOBER 13, 2009 THROUGH MAY 31, 2010. THE HINGED DOOR OF THE CENTER LOWER BOX LOCATED IN THE FRONT DASHBOARD AREA FAILS TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 201, "OCCUPANT PROTECTION IN INTERIOR IMPACT."

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2010 Suzuki Kizashi — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2010 Suzuki Kizashi reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2010 Suzuki Kizashi has 33 NHTSA complaints, 3 crash-related, and 6 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Transmission / Drivetrain with 6 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2010 Suzuki Kizashi?
Top reported problems: Transmission / Drivetrain (6 complaints, avg 102,074 mi); Electrical Faults (5 complaints, avg 45,600 mi); Airbags (3 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2010 Suzuki Kizashi?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 76,404 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2010 Suzuki Kizashi?
NHTSA complaints for the 2010 Suzuki Kizashi include 3 crash-related reports, 0 fire reports, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2010 Suzuki Kizashi have any recalls?
Yes — 6 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 158,596 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2010 Suzuki Kizashi?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Suzuki Kizashi reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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