2012 Suzuki Kizashi
Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2012 Suzuki Kizashi is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 16 on record.
2012 Suzuki Kizashi at a glance
Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.
2012 Suzuki Kizashi recalls 5
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.
Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat bottom cushion, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on May 3, 2019. All second letters notifying owners of the remedy were mailed by April 10, 2020. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-093…
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.
Fix: Suzuki has sent owners an initial notification to inform them of the recall. When parts are available, a second notice will be mailed and dealers will install a cover over the opening near the suction pipe inlet, and relocate the suction filter. The fuel cap and fuel tank will also be replaced wit…
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.
Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and service providers will replace the front passenger seat cushion, which includes a new OCS mat assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed on October 29, 2021. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is C…
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.
Fix: Suzuki is in the process of notifying owners, and dealers will replace the evaporative canister vent line on the affected vehicles with a vent line that has a filter on the end. If the canister vent line is found to be obstructed by a spider web, the fuel tank will also be replaced. These repairs …
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.
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.
Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.
2012 Suzuki Kizashi common problems
Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.
2012 Suzuki Kizashi safety ratings
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2012 Suzuki Kizashi 4 DR AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.
2012 Suzuki Kizashi MPG & running costs
Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.
What's a 2012 Suzuki Kizashi worth?
Estimated 5-year cost to own
A rough guide to what running a 2012 Suzuki Kizashi costs over five years and 75,000 miles.
How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.
2012 Suzuki Kizashi trims & engines on record
2012 Suzuki Kizashi vehicles on record
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2012 Suzuki Kizashi — frequently asked questions
Does the 2012 Suzuki Kizashi have any safety recalls?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2012 Suzuki Kizashi. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Suzuki Kizashi?
Owners have filed 23 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are power train, air bags, fuel/propulsion system.
What is the 2012 Suzuki Kizashi safety rating?
NHTSA gives the 2012 Suzuki Kizashi crash-test ratings of rollover 4★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).
What gas mileage does the 2012 Suzuki Kizashi get?
The 2012 Suzuki Kizashi has U.S. EPA estimates of 24–25 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).
How much is a 2012 Suzuki Kizashi worth?
Comparable 2012 Suzuki Kizashi listings run roughly $7,200–$11,700, typically around $9,569 (from 16 vehicles).
Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.