The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·18V331000·Announced 2018-05-17

Suzuki Recalls 2013 Kizashi and SX4 for Transmission Control Module Defect

Suzuki is recalling 2013 Kizashi and SX4 vehicles with CVT transmissions because the Transmission Control Module may fail, causing reduced speed or acceleration.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where the defect can increase the risk of a crash, but no specific injuries or fatalities are reported in the source text.

Plain-English summary

Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. is recalling certain 2013 Suzuki Kizashi and SX4 vehicles equipped with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT). The recall involves 5,786 vehicles.

The Transmission Control Module (TCM) may fail, which can cause a reduction in vehicle speed or reduced acceleration. This loss of performance can increase the risk of a crash.

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. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.

The recalled product

Product
SUZUKI KIZASHI, SX4
Brand
SUZUKI
Manufacturer
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Transmission
Hazard
Affected units
5,786

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • KIZASHI
  • SX4

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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