Suzuki Swift reliability
The Suzuki Swift fails its MOT about as often as most cars over 10 years old: 42.9% of 53,721 tests failed in 2023, against 39.7% on average.
19 DVSA recalls for the Suzuki Swift
Most cover a batch of cars built in a set period, and dealers fix them free. Sweep’s check shows the recalls for a car’s age and whether the DVSA has one outstanding.
Measures Against Loosening of Steering Shaft Nut
Steering wheel fastening insufficient the mounting nut may loosen resulting in an abnormal sound or rattling if the use is continued the fitting may become disengaged in the worst case the steering wheel operation may not be possible.
Fix: Check and clean the installation condition of the steering wheel in all vehicles install the steering wheel correctly and tighten the nut to the revised specified torque of 43Nm (before: 33Nm).
Recalled models: Swift · 3,570 vehicles
Some vehicles have an inappropriate design and material on check valve of vacuum pump
Some vehicles have an inappropriate design and material on the check valve of brake vacuum pump.
Fix: Replace the vacuum pump check valve.
Recalled models: SWIFT · 71,508 vehicles
Unintended activation of the side air bag curtain air bag and seat pre tensioner may occur when rear door is slammed shut.
Unintended activation of side and curtain air bags and seat belt pre-tensioner.
Fix: Software update to Airbag Controle Module.
Recalled models: SWIFT · 22,437 vehicles
Integrated starter generator belt belt may fail
Due to a lack of strength in the Integrated Starter Generator (ISG) Belt may break during usage. If this happens the water pump will become inoperative and the charging light will illuminate. The coolant temperature warning light will also light due to an increase in coolant temperature. In the worst case scenario the engine may stall and not restart.
Fix: On affected vehicles replace the ISG belt.
Recalled models: SWIFT · 2,247 vehicles
Battery may fail to charge which could cause engine to stall and lights to fade
Due to incorrect software in the Engine Control Module (ECM) the ENG A-STOP (Engine Auto Stop Start System) OFF light may blink & the ENG A-STOP system may become inoperative. If the car is driven continuously in this condition the lead-acid battery will not be charged. In the worst case there is a possibility that the lights will dim and the engine may stall and not restart due to low battery voltage.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and reprogramme the ECM with corrected software.
Recalled models: SWIFT · 6,313 vehicles
Braking efficiency may be reduced
The rear calipers may not have been manufacturer to design specifications. as a result the seals may allow brake fluid to leak. This may affect brake efficiency but the brake fluid level warning light will illuminate before the reservoir is depleted .
Fix: On affected vehicles replace rear calipers
Recalled models: SWIFT · 8,045 vehicles
Rear axle may fail
The fixing bolts for the rear axle were mixed with bolts that have no anti friction coating. It is possible that a bolt/s may loosen come off or break and the vehicle could become impossible to drive.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected and replace rear axle bolts.
Recalled models: SWIFT · 2,760 vehicles
Engine failure may occur
The bolts fixing the pulley to the water pump may work loose and drop out. If they drop out the water pump will not function and the engine will overheat leading to possible engine damage.
Fix: Check bolts for tightness. If existing bolts are to correct torque replace with new bolts. If existing bolts are not to correct torque replace bolts water pump and drive belt.
Recalled models: SWIFT · 1,568 vehicles
Brake fluid may leak
Brake pipe can vibrate and rub against the engine mounting. Prolonged rubbing can cause damage to the brake pipe and allow brake fluid leakage. Resulting in a reduction in braking performance.
Fix: Replace pipe on affected vehicles with a modified (longer and rerouted) brake pipe.
Recalled models: SWIFT · 6,376 vehicles
Esp may not function correctly
Possibility of improper ABS/ESP/TCS function during extreme driving conditions due to production failure of certain ESP units.Normal braking is not affected.
Fix: Check ESP unit and if affected replace the ESP unit.
Recalled models: SWIFT · 215 vehicles
Tyre may foul body
It is possible that the standard 15 inch steel wheel may have been replaced with 16 or 17 inch alloy wheels by dealers. This can result if driven on full lock and up or down high objects in the tyre contacting the inside of the inner wheel arch/housing.
Fix: Recall all potentially affected vehicles to have the steering rack replaced with a rack that is used with 16/17 inch alloy wheels as standard.
Recalled models: SWIFT · 2 vehicles
Steering control could be lost
Corrosion of the front suspension struts may cause the steering knuckle to become detached from the front suspension strut leading to loss of directional control.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to check and where necessary replace the front suspension struts.
Recalled models: SWIFT · 26,765 vehicles
Rear seatbelt anchorages may fail
It has been identified that due to corrosion build up it is possible that the rear seatbelt anchorages may become structurally weak and may fail under heavy braking.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the rear luggage compartment inspected for corrosion. In all cases the carpet will be changed and the area cleaned. In cases where corrosion is found the area will be cleaned and treated as necessary.
Recalled models: SWIFT · 29,987 vehicles
Boot light may catch fire
It has been identified that due to a build up of corrosion on the boot light terminals a short circuit may possibly occur. This can result in melting of the terminals which may result in a fire.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the boot light and side quarter trims replaced. Additionally the wiring harness to the boot light will be repaired as necessary.
Recalled models: SWIFT · 31,872 vehicles
Airbag may deploy inadvertently
It has been identified that due to an incorrect routing of the passenger side airbag wiring harness the potential exists that the passenger side airbag might deploy when the ignition is switched on.
Fix: Recalled vehicles will have the wiring harness re-routed and fitted with a harness protector.
Recalled models: SWIFT · 15,078 vehicles
Handbrake may fail
It is possible that the parking brake cable end could detach from the trailing brake shoe lever rendering the parking brake ineffective.
Fix: Recall the vehicles that are likely to be affected to refit or replace the cables.
Recalled models: SWIFT · 18,352 vehicles
Brakes may fail
Under certain conditions there is a possibility that one of the two brake circuits may fail.
Fix: Recall the vehicle that are likely to be affected to replace the brake master cylinder.
Recalled models: SWIFT · 2 vehicles
Chafing electrical wiring concern
The crankshaft position sensor lead may be abraded by the offside drive shaft. Prolonged contact could result in the shaft severing the wire. In this instance the engine would stall.
Fix: Recall vehicles and fit an additional clip to the wiring harness to hold the harness away from the drive shaft.
Recalled models: SWIFT · 521 vehicles
Possible slackening of the steering rack and inboard engine mounting fasteners
Fasteners on the steering rack and the inboard engine mounting may not have been tightened correctly. In the event that any fasteners come completely undone while the car is being driven the driver could lose control of the vehicle.
Fix: Recall affected vehicles check the fasteners for correct torque and tighten where necessary.
Recalled models: SWIFT · 369 vehicles
Checking a Suzuki Swift before you buy
Look at the parts above at the viewing, and read the car’s own MOT history: advisories for the same parts suggest the problem is already starting. Sweep’s free check shows every MOT, advisory and mileage reading for a registration.