Is the 2011 Suzuki SX4 reliable?

The 2011 Suzuki SX4 has 16 complaints filed with NHTSA (0.6x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: excellent. Most common issue: TRANSMISSION problems.

What are common problems with the 2011 Suzuki SX4?

Top problems: TRANSMISSION (4 complaints, avg repair $500); ELECTRICAL (3 complaints, avg repair $500); AIR BAGS (3 complaints, avg repair $500). Issues typically appear around 50K miles.

Are there any recalls on the 2011 Suzuki SX4?

Yes, there are 3 recall(s): POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL), AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR. Contact any Suzuki dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2011 Suzuki SX4?

The 2011 Suzuki SX4 gets 25 MPG combined. At current US average gas prices, driving 12,000 miles per year costs roughly $1920. See the interactive fuel cost calculator on this page for state-specific pricing.

How much does it cost to insure a 2011 Suzuki SX4?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2011 Suzuki SX4 is approximately $1,352/year (wagon class). Actual quotes vary heavily by state, driver age, driving record, and credit — see the interactive insurance estimator on this page for state-specific pricing.

2011 Suzuki SX4

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Excellent Reliability

Quick Summary

The 2011 Suzuki SX4 has 16 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.6x the segment average of 29. The most common issue is transmission problems (25% of all complaints), specifically: 2008 forenza suzuki the transmission slips out of gear when driving and the computer on the dashboard may change from drive to reverse, park or neutral while the car is in motion. the dealer states that it may not be covered under warranty. the passenger door handle broke off. *tr. There are 3 recalls issued for this model year.

1 crash report 2 injuries

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.6x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

TRANSMISSION

4 complaints

25%

• 2008 FORENZA SUZUKI THE TRANSMISSION SLIPS OUT OF GEAR WHEN DRIVING AND THE COMPUTER ON THE DASHBOARD MAY CHANGE FROM DRIVE TO REVERSE, PARK OR NEUTRAL WHILE THE CAR IS IN MOTION. THE DEALER STATES THAT IT MAY NOT BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. THE PASSENGER DOOR HANDLE BROKE OFF. *TR
• 2011 SUZUKI SX 4 CROSSOVER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO GAS MILEAGE AND TRANSMISSION ISSUES *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER INFORMED HIM, IT WOULD TAKE UP TO 5,000 MILES IN ORDER FOR HIM TO GET 23 MPG. THE CONSUMER ALSO STATED THERE WAS A HESITATION WITHIN THE TRANSMISSION WHILE DRIVING. *JB
• TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 SUZUKI SX4. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V811000 (POWER TRAIN) HOWEVER, THE PART NEEDED TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. THE MANUFACT

Typical onset: 50K miles Est. repair: $500

“2008 FORENZA SUZUKI THE TRANSMISSION SLIPS OUT OF GEAR WHEN DRIVING AND THE COMPUTER ON THE DASHBOARD MAY CHANGE FROM DRIVE TO REVERSE, PARK OR NEUTRAL WHILE THE CAR IS IN MOTION. THE DEALER STATES THAT IT MAY NOT BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. THE PASSENGER DOOR HANDLE BROKE OFF. *TR”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2011 Suzuki SX4

Based on 12 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 42K miles. Most complaints cluster in the 30-60K miles range.

Overall complaint distribution by mileage

0-30K

30-60K

60-100K

100-150K

150-200K

200K+

Mileage figures are self-reported by owners in NHTSA complaint filings. Peak bucket = the mileage range with the most complaints for that component; it reflects when owners noticed and reported problems, not necessarily when the fault first occurred.

Recalls (3)

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)22/12/2014

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.

Risk: If the shift selector is moved out of the "Park" position while the brake pedal is not depressed, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the shift selector assembly and inspect, and if necessary, replace the shift knob, free of charge. The recall began January 16, 2015. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-714-996-7040. Suzuki's number for this recall is VL.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2011 Suzuki SX4

Live EIA prices

Annual miles driven: 12,000

Your state (affects local gasoline price)

Per year

$1,920

Per month

$160

Per mile

16.0¢

MPG

City driving (worst-case MPG)

$2,182/yr

Highway driving (best-case MPG)

$1,600/yr

Based on EPA fuel-economy ratings and EIA weekly retail prices (2026-07-20). Real-world cost varies with driving style, trim/engine, terrain, and traffic.

5-Year Gas Price History

EIA weekly retail data · 2021 → today

Show:

Current

$4.00

5-year low

$2.78

5-year high

$5.01

Since 2021

+27%

Source: US Energy Information Administration weekly retail gasoline prices.

Estimated Insurance Cost for 2011 Suzuki SX4

Estimate only, not a quote. Modeled from NAIC + HLDI averages for a hypothetical 35-year-old driver with clean record + full coverage. Your actual quote depends heavily on your age, driving history, credit, ZIP code, and insurer.

Your state (affects local premium average)

Full coverage / year

$1,352

Full coverage / month

$113

Liability only / year

$607

vs US avg

-19%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (wagon)0.95x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age0.85x

= Full coverage estimate$1352

Coverage assumed: 100/300/100 liability + comprehensive/collision, $500 deductibles. Data sources: NAIC 2024 + HLDI loss studies.

Estimated Repair Costs

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

ELECTRICAL(~50K mi)

$500

AIR BAGS(~50K mi)

$500

LIGHTING(~50K mi)

$500

OTHER(~50K mi)

$500

Estimates based on average reported repair costs. Actual costs vary by location, shop, and severity.

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 16 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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TRANSMISSION: 2008 FORENZA SUZUKI THE TRANSMISSION SLIPS OUT OF GEAR WHEN DRIVING AND THE COMPUTER ON THE DASHBOARD MAY CHANGE FROM DRIVE TO REVERSE, PARK OR NEUTRAL WHILE THE CAR IS IN MOTION. THE DEALER STATES THAT IT MAY NOT BE COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. THE PASSENGER DOOR HANDLE BROKE OFF. *TR
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ELECTRICAL: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 SUZUKI SX4. WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS FAILED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 89,000.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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AIR BAGS: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 SUZUKI SX4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED ALTHOUGH THE PASSENGER SEAT WAS OCCUPIED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED ACCORDING TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V405000 (AIR BAGS); HOWEVER, THE FAILURE PERSISTED. THE MANUFACTURER
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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LIGHTING: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2011 SUZUKI SX4 AWD (NA). WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE CONTACT ATTEMPTED TO TURN ON THE HIGH BEAMS 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 WE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 3 recalls have been completed — free at any Suzuki dealer
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General: Get a pre-purchase inspection from an independent mechanic ($100-$200)