NHTSA (USA)High Risk
At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger seat sensor system may incorrectly identify an adult as a child, causing the front airbag to turn off.
What the fix does
This page covers 6 recalls and EPA fuel economy for the 2013 Suzuki Kizashi.
24–25 mpg combined
9.4–9.8 L/100km
Compact Cars
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 3 tested variants for this model year.
The 2013 Suzuki Kizashi has 6 recalls, the most serious involving the fuel tank, which can crack and leak fuel, raising the risk of fire.
Two separate issues can block the vent line that allows the fuel tank to breathe: dust buildup and spider webs can each restrict airflow, causing the tank to collapse inward under negative pressure until it cracks. On the drivetrain side, the shift selector on automatic transmission models can be moved out of Park without pressing the brake pedal, allowing the vehicle to roll unexpectedly. CVT-equipped models have an additional concern where the transmission control module can fail and cause a sudden loss of acceleration or speed, reducing the driver's ability to respond to traffic.
Two recalls also affect the front passenger airbag system. The passenger seat sensor that determines whether a front seat occupant is an adult or child can misread the seat's occupant, either firing the airbag when a child is present or suppressing it entirely when an adult needs protection in a crash.
At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger seat sensor system may incorrectly identify an adult as a child, causing the front airbag to turn off.
What the fix does
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Dealers will replace the front passenger seat cushion with a new sensor assembly at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front passenger leather seat may shrink in high heat and humidity, causing the occupant sensor to fail to detect whether an adult or child is sitting there.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the seat bottom cushion at no charge.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Dust can clog the vent line that feeds fresh air to the carbon canister, blocking airflow and causing excessive negative pressure in the fuel tank, which may crack it.
What the fix does
A cover will be installed over the suction pipe inlet opening, the suction filter will be relocated, and the fuel cap and fuel tank will be replaced with improved parts.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The transmission control module may fail, reducing engine power and slowing acceleration.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the transmission control module at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The shift selector can move out of Park without pressing the brake pedal, risking unintended vehicle movement.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the shift selector assembly and inspect or replace the shift knob at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Spider webs can block the fuel tank's evaporative canister vent hose, creating excessive negative pressure inside the fuel tank.
What the fix does
The vent hose will be replaced with a filtered vent line. If a spider web is found blocking the hose, the fuel tank will also be replaced.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.