Thinking about buying a used Suzuki Every (1998–2015) in New Zealand? We've documented 16 known faults for this model spanning engine, suspension, body & rust, and transmission. Each researched and verified before it's published. The most serious issues here are rated critical. Two are set out in full below — the rest, with the symptoms, repair costs and checks for each, are free with an account.
16
Documented faults
Critical
Most serious
$400–$1,600
Typical repair
7
Systems covered
Known Suzuki Every faults
Every fault below is documented specifically for this model — researched and verified before it’s published.
01K6A Turbo Oil Feed Line Clogging Leading to Turbo Bearing Failure
CriticalCommonEngine $850–$2,000 to fix
The K6A 0.66T turbocharger is fed via a small-diameter oil supply banjo bolt and feed line that is highly sensitive to oil sludge from extended service intervals. Partial or full blockage starves the floating turbo bearing of lubrication, causing rapid heat build-up and bearing failure. The small displacement engine is often worked hard in commercial delivery use, compounding the risk when oil changes are deferred beyond 5,000 km.
Symptoms to notice
Persistent blue or grey smoke from the exhaust on overrun and deceleration
High-pitched whining or grinding noise from the turbo area that worsens under boost
Noticeable loss of power and boost pressure above 3,000 rpm
Oil consumption with no visible external leak
What to check
Check for blue or grey smoke on a sustained deceleration run. Inspect the turbo shaft for axial play by gripping the compressor wheel — more than 1 mm of radial movement indicates bearing wear. Check the oil filler cap interior for creamy or sludgy deposit indicating poor maintenance history. If a workshop inspection is possible: Remove the oil feed banjo bolt at the turbo inlet and verify the feed orifice is clear.
Where to look: Turbocharger mounted on left side of K6A engine block, accessible under the rear load floor via the engine hatch
Ask the seller
“What is the oil change interval history and which oil grade has been used?”
“Has the turbo oil feed line or banjo bolt ever been cleaned or replaced?”
“Does the vehicle produce any smoke on a hard deceleration from highway speed?”
024WD viscous coupling wear
MinorOccasionalTransmission $400–$1,500 to fix
On 4WD Every vans the viscous coupling and rear driveline wear with age, causing binding on tight turns, reduced 4WD engagement and driveline vibration. Neglected differential oil accelerates the wear. Coupling replacement requires specialist kei parts.
Symptoms to notice
Binding on tight turns
Weak or no 4WD drive
Driveline vibration
Whine from rear driveline
What to check
On 4WD vans test for driveline binding on slow tight turns and check 4WD engagement and rear driveline noise.
Where to look: Viscous coupling and rear driveline
Ask the seller
“Does the 4WD work without binding?”
“Any driveline vibration or whine?”
“When was the diff oil changed?”
SuspensionCritical
Body & RustMajor
TransmissionMajor
TransmissionMajor
Body & RustMajor
TransmissionMajor
Fluid LeaksMajor
EngineMajor
ElectricalMajor
EngineMajor
EngineMajor
EngineMajor
BrakesMajor
SuspensionMinor
14 more documented faults on the Suzuki Every
Symptoms, what to check, where to look and what to ask the seller — for every fault above. Free with an account, no card needed. One account covers one vehicle, so make it the car you’re actually looking at.
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Like any used car, it depends on the specific example and its service history. Across the 16 documented faults for the Suzuki Every, the recurring problem areas are engine, suspension, and body & rust. A Suzuki Every with a full service history and no signs of the issues listed on this page can be a sound buy but each one needs to be checked individually before you commit.
What are the most common problems with a used Suzuki Every?
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We've catalogued 16 known faults for the Suzuki Every, covering engine, suspension, and body & rust. Two are written out in full on this page. The rest — with the symptoms to notice, what to inspect, and typical repair costs for each — are free once you create an account.
How much do repairs cost on a Suzuki Every?
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Most single repairs on the Suzuki Every fall between $400–$1,600 at NZ independent-workshop rates. Some of the 16 documented faults cost less and a few cost considerably more, and no one car needs them all. Knowing which ones to look for before you view is what lets you negotiate the price down or walk away.
Should I get a pre-purchase inspection on a Suzuki Every?
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Yes. A Suzuki Every inspection focused on its known weak points is the single best way to avoid an expensive mistake. KickTyres gives you a guided, model-specific inspection plus a market valuation and negotiation figure for $17.90 far less than the cost of missing one of the faults on this page.