NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 73 owner complaints for the 2007 Suzuki SX4. Most complaints involve air bags (56) and seat belts (6). The EPA rates it 23–25 mpg combined.
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 Grand Vitara and 2007-2011 SX4 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, over time, the OCS sensor mat installed in the front passenger seat may fail due to repeated flexing of the mat from use of the seat. As a result, during a crash necessitating deployment, the air bag will deploy regardless of whether the front seat occupant is an adult or a child.
SUZUKI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2007 SX4 HATCHBACK AND MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 SX4 HATCHBACK AND SEDAN PASSENGER VEHICLES. THE THREE SCREWS THAT SECURE EACH OF THE OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRRORS TO THE MIRROR BASE CAN COME LOOSE DUE TO VIBRATION.
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SUZUKI SX4. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE AIR BAG INDICATOR ILLUMINATED AND REMAINED LIT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE A DIAGNOSTIC TEST LOCATED FAILURE CODE: DTCB1312. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOT CALLED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 76,000.”
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2007 SUZUKI SX4. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ALL BAGS WARNING LIGHT AND THE PASSENGER SIDE SEAT BELT WARNING LIGHT REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WOULD ILLUMINATE EVEN WHEN THE PASSENGER SEAT WAS OCCUPIED. THE CONTACT WAS TOLD BY THE MANUFACTURER THAT THERE WAS NO WAY OF KNOWING WHETHER THE AIR BAG WOULD DEPLOY IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH. THE CONTACT HAD BEEN DEALING WITH THE FAILURE FOR FOUR YEARS AND HAD NOT BEEN OFFERED AN ADEQUATE REPAIR. THE MANUFACTURER SENT A GOOD FAITH EXTENSION LETTER TO THE CONTACT THAT STATED THAT THE SENSOR COULD BE REPAIRED FOR UP 10 YEARS OR 120,000 MILES. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 130,000. UPDATED 08/03/12 *LJ UPDATED 08/06/12”
“AIR BAG SENSOR FAILURE ON PASSENGER SIDE FRONT SEAT. *TR”
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SX4 Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 30 | 25 | $2,500 | 355 |
| SX4 Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · Front-Wheel Drive | 22 | 28 | 24 | $2,600 | 370 |
| SX4 AWD Auto 4-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 28 | 24 | $2,600 | 370 |
| SX4 AWD Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.0 L · 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 21 | 26 | 23 | $2,700 | 386 |
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
2 safety recalls as of Nov 10, 2026, according to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at a dealer. Check your VIN to see whether your car is included and whether the repair was done.
Owners filed 73 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are air bags (56), seat belts (6), seats (4). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
The EPA rates the 2007 Suzuki SX4 at 23–25 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (4 versions rated).