NHTSA Recall 19V343000: Inflator module (air bags) and occupant classification (air bags)
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 21,052 vehicles. It affects 2010–2013 Suzuki Kizashi.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V343000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | C5 |
| Components | AIR BAGS › FRONTAL › PASSENGER SIDE › INFLATOR MODULE; AIR BAGS › SENSOR › OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION |
| Report received | May 2, 2019 |
| Owner notification | October 29, 2021 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling 2010-2013 Kizashi vehicles. The front passenger seat Occupant Classification System (OCS) may misclassify an adult occupant as child and deactivate the front air bag.
Safety risk
The deactivated front air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Suzuki will notify owners, and service providers will replace the front passenger seat cushion, which includes a new OCS mat assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed on October 29, 2021. Owners may contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is C5.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 19V343000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.