The most-reported Kizashi run is JS2RF9A39C6 (2012 builds) with 3 complaints, 2.7× the typical run. Power train problems make up 23% of reports; 2012 is the worst model year at 1.5 complaints per run; NHTSA lists 7 recall campaigns for Kizashi model years 2010–2013.
Which build runs owners report most
A production run is the first 11 characters of the VIN: plant, model year, body and engine. The Suzuki Kizashi has 59 of them on record. The five runs at the top of this table hold 16% of every Kizashi complaint on file.
| Production run (VIN 1–11) | Year | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| JS2RF9A39C6•••••• | 2012 | — | — | |
| JS2RF9A10C6•••••• | 2012 | — | — | |
| JS2RF9A1XC6•••••• | 2012 | — | — | |
| JS2RE9A57A6•••••• | 2010 | 1 | — | |
| JS2RF9A81C6•••••• | 2012 | — | — | |
| JS2RF9A89C6•••••• | 2012 | — | — | |
| JS2RE9A39C6•••••• | 2012 | — | — | |
| JS2RF9A36A6•••••• | 2010 | — | — | |
| JS2RF9A52A6•••••• | 2010 | — | — | |
| JS2RE9A38A6•••••• | 2010 | — | — | |
| JS2RE9A36D6•••••• | 2013 | — | — | |
| JS2RF9A31A6•••••• | 2010 | — | — |
Each of the other 47 Kizashi runs has 1 complaint or fewer.
Which model years to check twice
Complaints per production run, so a year that simply sold more does not top the list. On the Suzuki Kizashi the gap between build years is 1.5×: a 2012 car draws 1.5 complaints per run, a 2010 one 1.
| Year | Per run | Complaints | Runs | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | 5 | 5 | — | |
| 2012 | 22 | 15 | 1 | |
| 2011 | 18 | 18 | 1 | |
| 2010 | 22 | 21 | 1 |
Heaviest year here is 2012 at 1.5 complaints per run; lightest is 2010 at 1.
What to inspect on this car
One system accounts for 23% of everything Suzuki Kizashi owners report: Power Train, 18 of 67 complaints. Start the pre-purchase inspection there.
| System | Complaints | Involved a crash | Fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 1 | — | |
| Air Bags | 1 | — | |
| Electrical System | — | 1 | |
| Fuel/propulsion System | — | — | |
| Engine | 1 | — | |
| Exterior Lighting | — | — | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | — | |
| Steering | — | — |
Recalls to check against your VIN
NHTSA has 7 recall campaigns on the Suzuki Kizashi; the 6 below cover build years 2010 to 2013. These are for the model and year; whether one is still open on a given car, only that VIN can tell.
| Campaign | Component | Model years |
|---|---|---|
| 19V187000 | Seats | 2010–2013 |
| 18V769000 | Fuel System, Gasoline | 2010–2013 |
| 19V343000 | Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module | 2010–2013 |
| 14V464000 | Fuel System, Gasoline | 2010–2013 |
| 14V811000 | Power Train:automatic Transmission:gear Position Indication (prndl) | 2010–2013 |
| 18V331000 | Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (tcm/pcm/tecm) | 2013 |
19V187000 was opened in 2019 on cars built from 2010: 9 years on the road before the recall.
The Kizashi against its rivals
The Kizashi draws 1.1 complaints per production run; the Acura TSX 2.5. That is the lowest rate of the 2.
| Model | Complaints | Runs | Per run | Involved a crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Suzuki Kizashi | 67 | 59 | 4.5% | |
| Acura TSX | 580 | 234 | 6% |
How serious were they
Of the 67 reports on the Suzuki Kizashi, 4.5% involved a crash against 5.8% across all vehicles, below the norm.
| Outcome | Suzuki Kizashi | All vehicles |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints filed | 67 | 1,115,966 |
| Involved a crash | 3 (4.5%) | 64,194 (5.8%) |
| Involved a fire | 1 (1.5%) | 26,974 (2.4%) |
| Injuries reported | 2 | 58,013 |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 2,728 |
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How this check works
The file behind this page holds 1,115,966 complaints filed with NHTSA between 1981 and 2026, across 298,921 production runs. The Suzuki Kizashi share of that is 67 complaints over 59 runs, 0.01% of everything on record.
Frequently asked questions
How do I check a Suzuki Kizashi VIN for free?
Enter the 17 characters above. ForCar matches the first eleven, the production run, against 67 NHTSA complaints from 59 Kizashi runs and 7 recall campaigns. No account, no card.
Which Kizashi production run has the most complaints?
JS2RF9A39C6, a 2012 build, with 3 complaints. The typical Kizashi run has 1.1.
Which Kizashi years have the most complaints?
Per production run, 2012 is heaviest at 1.5 complaints per run and 2010 lightest at 1.
Does the Kizashi get more complaints than the Acura TSX?
No: 1.1 complaints per production run for the Kizashi against 2.5 for the Acura TSX.
How many Kizashi complaints involve a crash?
4.5% of 67 reports, against 5.8% across all vehicles; 1 involved a fire.
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