Model year guide

2013 Suzuki SX-4

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2013 Suzuki SX-4 is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 359 on record.

2013 Suzuki SX-4 at a glance

Safety recalls5
Overall safety4 / 5 ★
Combined25 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2013 Suzuki SX-4 recalls 5

Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:pump NHTSA Campaign #18V804000 · manufacturer #CZ · 14/11/2018

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.

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.

Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (tcm/pcm/tecm) NHTSA Campaign #18V331000 · manufacturer #4005 to 4008 · 17/05/2018

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain 2013 Suzuki Kizashi and SX4 vehicles equipped with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). The Transmission Control Module (TCM) may fail causing a reduction in speed or reduced vehicle acceleration.

Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the TCM, free of charge. The recall began on June 11, 2018. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is 4005 to 4008.

Steering:hydraulic Power Assist:pump NHTSA Campaign #15V587000 · manufacturer #VS · 22/09/2015

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2012-2103 Suzuki SX4 vehicles manufactured September 3, 2011, to April 5, 2013. In the affected vehicles, insufficient clearance between the power steering pump body and the power steering fluid control valve may cause improper movement of the valve, and as a result, the power steering pump may seize.

Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the power steering pump, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2015. Owners may contact Suzuki's customer service number at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is VS.

Power Train:automatic Transmission:gear Position Indication (prndl) NHTSA Campaign #14V811000 · manufacturer #VL · 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.

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.

Power Train:automatic Transmission NHTSA Campaign #13V572000 · manufacturer #VE · 18/11/2013

Suzuki del Caribe (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2013 SX4 vehicles manufactured December 26, 2012, through February 4, 2013 and equipped with a continuously variable transmission. The bolts that fasten the drive plate to the torque converter may not have been installed with sufficient torque and may loosen and come out.

Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque converter bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 7, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-572-1490. Suzuki's recall number is VE.

Source: U.S. NHTSA, checked 7 Oct 2026. 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.

2013 Suzuki SX-4 safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Frontal — driver★★★★★
Frontal — passenger★★★★★
Side — front seat★★★★★
Side — rear seat★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★

Rollover risk: 13.3% — NHTSA's estimated chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash (dynamic test: no tip).

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2013 Suzuki Sx4 5 HB AWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2013 Suzuki SX-4 MPG & running costs

Combined25 mpg
City23 mpg
Highway30 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,700
EPA size classSubcompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios) or Manual 6-spd
Engine start-stopOn some versions
Passenger volume90 cu ft
Cargo volume7 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$1,500 more

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.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2013 Suzuki SX-4 costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$13,500
Fuel only$13,500
Per mile$0.18

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.

2013 Suzuki SX-4 vehicles on record

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2013 Suzuki SX-4 — frequently asked questions

Does the 2013 Suzuki SX-4 have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for the 2013 Suzuki SX-4. 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 is the 2013 Suzuki SX-4 safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2013 Suzuki SX-4 an overall crash-test rating of 4 out of 5 stars (frontal 4★, side 3★, rollover 4★).

What gas mileage does the 2013 Suzuki SX-4 get?

The 2013 Suzuki SX-4 has a U.S. EPA estimate of 25 mpg combined (23 city / 30 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.