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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2011 Suzuki Kizashi 4dr Sedan
185-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD
10000 mi
Major amount of paint chipping on the hood, front fenders, and front bumper. Over a dozen paint chips after only 4,500 miles. Suzuki agreed to repaint affected areas but said it was not a warranty issue or defect.
1000 mi
Incorrect alignment, skirts back doors were unglued . New skirts were ordered
Passenger seat right side lower trim panel retaining clip broke. Replaced with new trim panel. A redesigned panel will be installed when Suzuki has them. Was told by serv dept that there was a problem with these panels.
15000 mi
redesigned pass seat assembly rails & leather cushion. defect of retaining clip that holds r/side lower trim panel. cost $2,865.42 under warranty. dealer said lower seat comes as 1 unit entire seat had to be replaced.
Replaced leather steering wheel under warranty due to cracking in leather.
17360 mi
Paint problem unresolved with Suzuki - Dealer part exchanged car for a new one.
14000 mi
After one month of ownership I reported that the car had paint chips that were developing at an alarming rate. After several un-returned calls to the dealer I got Suzuki USA involved and they had the entire car repainted.
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