Suzuki SX4 S-Cross Recall R/2016/095: Front Airbags May Not Deploy Correctly, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 9 May 2016
- Launched
- 10,945
- vehicles in the UK
- TBA
- Manufacturer’s campaign code
Suzuki recalled SX4 S-Cross vehicles built between 1 August 2013 and 13 January 2016. The stitch spaces on the front seat back trims may be incorrect and tearing strength of the trim can be higher than normal. The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles replace seat back trim. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The stitch spaces on the front seat back trims may be incorrect and tearing strength of the trim can be higher than normal. In the event of a collision it is possible that the inflation force of the airbag will not be enough to tear the trim.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: FRONT AIRBAGS MAY NOT DEPLOY CORRECTLY Defect: The stitch spaces on the front seat back trims may be incorrect and tearing strength of the trim can be higher than normal. In the event of a collision it is possible that the inflation force of the airbag will not be enough to tear the trim. Remedy: On affected vehicles replace seat back trim.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: front airbags may not deploy correctly.
The Fix
The recall notice describes the fix as: on affected vehicles replace seat back trim.
Are You Affected?
SX4 S-Cross built between 1 August 2013 and 13 January 2016 may be included. Suzuki estimates 10,945 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Suzuki, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Suzuki.
- Book with any franchised Suzuki dealer, quoting the campaign code TBA or the DVSA reference R/2016/095. See how to get a Suzuki recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| SX4 S-Cross, VitaraVehicle emission outputs may not be correct | Low | R/2021/059 | |
| JimnyImproper design of the driver side and the passenger side door harnesses may affect air bag operation | Urgent | R/2021/173 | |
| Grand VitaraIn the event of deployment the air bag may not inflate properly | Urgent | R/2020/042 | |
| SwiftUnintended activation of the side air bag curtain air bag and seat pre tensioner may occur when rear door is slammed shut | Urgent | R/2019/186 | |
| CelerioFront seat side airbag bracket may be insecure | Urgent | R/2018/135 |
This is one of 90 Suzuki recalls in DVSA’s data. The Suzuki recall launched before it was R/2016/041 on 8 Mar 2016, for rear axle may fail. The one launched after it was R/2016/106 on 20 Jun 2016, for braking efficiency may be reduced. You can also see every Suzuki recall, all recalls launched in 2016 and airbag recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2016/095, launched 9 May 2016. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.