Is the 2013 Suzuki SX4 reliable?

The 2013 Suzuki SX4 has 18 complaints filed with NHTSA (0.6x the segment average). Our reliability verdict: above-average. Most common issue: TRANSMISSION problems.

What are common problems with the 2013 Suzuki SX4?

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

Are there any recalls on the 2013 Suzuki SX4?

Yes, there are 5 recall(s): STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM), POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL), STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. Contact any Suzuki dealer to verify if recalls have been completed on your specific vehicle.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2013 Suzuki SX4?

The 2013 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 2013 Suzuki SX4?

Estimated US average full-coverage insurance for the 2013 Suzuki SX4 is approximately $1,478/year (sedan-midsize 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.

2013 Suzuki SX4

Problems, Recalls & Reliability Report

Above Average

Quick Summary

The 2013 Suzuki SX4 has 18 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — that's 0.6x the segment average of 29. The most common issue is transmission problems (22% of all complaints), specifically: started to have a loud squeal come out of the right side of the car. took it to dealership and they diagnosed as the axle. it has been almost two-months and they have yet to get in an axle since there are none available throughout the world. they said there must be an issue with the axles since ther. There are 5 recalls issued for this model year. ⚠️ 1 fire report filed.

1 fire report 1 crash report

Total Complaints

Recalls Issued

—/5

Safety Stars

0.6x

vs Segment Avg

Known Problems(top 5 of 8)

TRANSMISSION

4 complaints

22%

• STARTED TO HAVE A LOUD SQUEAL COME OUT OF THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE CAR. TOOK IT TO DEALERSHIP AND THEY DIAGNOSED AS THE AXLE. IT HAS BEEN ALMOST TWO-MONTHS AND THEY HAVE YET TO GET IN AN AXLE SINCE THERE ARE NONE AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT THE WORLD. THEY SAID THERE MUST BE AN ISSUE WITH THE AXLES SINCE THER
• RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE FROM SUZUKI. TOOK IT TO THE DEALER FOR REPAIRS. THEY SAID THEY DON'T HAVE THE REPAIR PARTS, NEVER HAD THE REPAIR PARTS AND DON'T KNOW WHEN THEY MIGHT GET THE REPAIR PARTS. THEY SAID THAT THERE IS NO ONE TO CALL AT SUZUKI SINCE THEY HAVE EXITED THE US MARKET. *TR
• TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SUZUKI SX4. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V811000 (POWER TRAIN). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO BE REPAIRED FOR NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V811000 (POWER TRAIN). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS NO FAILURE TO THE VEHICLE PR

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

“STARTED TO HAVE A LOUD SQUEAL COME OUT OF THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE CAR. TOOK IT TO DEALERSHIP AND THEY DIAGNOSED AS THE AXLE. IT HAS BEEN ALMOST TWO-MONTHS AND THEY HAVE YET TO GET IN AN AXLE SINCE THERE ARE NONE AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT THE WORLD. THEY SAID THERE MUST BE AN ISSUE WITH THE AXLES SINCE THER”

— NHTSA complaint filing

When Problems Appear on the 2013 Suzuki SX4

Based on 16 owner complaints that included an odometer reading. Median mileage at time of complaint: 39K 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 (5)

STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP14/11/2018

Suzuki Motor America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Suzuki SX4 vehicles. The power steering pump may seize causing a loss of steering assist.

Risk: A seizure of the power steering pump would cause a loss of power steering assist, requiring extra steering effort at lower speeds, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

Fix: Suzuki has notified owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pump with an improved one, free of charge. The recall began October 25, 2019. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is CZ.

Fuel Cost Calculator for 2013 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 2013 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

$1,478

Full coverage / month

$123

Liability only / year

$611

vs US avg

-12%

How this estimate is calculated

US base full-coverage premium$1674

× state (US)1.00x

× vehicle class (sedan-midsize)0.96x

× theft risk1.00x

× safety rating1.00x

× vehicle age0.92x

= Full coverage estimate$1478

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

Estimated Repair Costs

TRANSMISSION(~50K mi)

$500

STEERING(~50K mi)

$500

ENGINE(~50K mi)

$500

AIR BAGS(~50K mi)

$500

BRAKES(~50K mi)

$500

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

🔍 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

Based on 18 owner complaints for this specific year, here's what to check or ask about:

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TRANSMISSION: STARTED TO HAVE A LOUD SQUEAL COME OUT OF THE RIGHT SIDE OF THE CAR. TOOK IT TO DEALERSHIP AND THEY DIAGNOSED AS THE AXLE. IT HAS BEEN ALMOST TWO-MONTHS AND THEY HAVE YET TO GET IN AN AXLE SINCE THERE ARE NONE AVAILABLE THROUGHOUT THE WORLD. THEY SAID THERE MUST BE AN ISSUE WITH THE AXLES SINCE THER
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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STEERING: POWER STEERING NOT FUNCTIONING, NO FLUID LEAK. NO "WHINING" NOISE.
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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ENGINE: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2013 SUZUKI SX4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING UP A HILL, THE VEHICLE HESITATED AND STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT SMOKE STARTED TO EMIT FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT AND THE TAIL PIPE. THE VEHICLE HAD NOT BEEN DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURE
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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AIR BAGS: WE PURCHASED THE CAR IN JANUARY OF 2013 AND I NOTICED THIS ISSUE RIGHT AWAY. THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT AIRBAG LIGHT INDICATES THAT THE AIRBAG IS NOT ON WHEN I SIT ON THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT. I BROUGHT THE CAR TO SEVERAL DEALERS THAT SERVICE SUZUKIS, BUT THEY SAY ALL THE CODES COME BACK AS NORMAL. WH
Typically appears around 50K miles. Repair cost ~$500
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RECALLS: Verify all 5 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)