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Suzuki Ignis: common faults & what to check

Thinking about buying a used Suzuki Ignis (2000–2023) in New Zealand? We've documented 14 known faults for this model spanning fluid leaks, electrical, suspension, and cooling. Each researched and verified before it's published. The most serious issues here are rated critical. Every one is listed below with its symptoms and repair cost, and each has its own page with where to look and what to ask the seller. Free, no account needed.

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14

Documented faults

Critical

Most serious

$200–$800

Typical repair

6

Systems covered

Which Suzuki Ignis are you looking at?

4 generation variants documented. Pick the shape you recognise: the faults, the servicing and the timeline below all narrow to it. Free, no account needed.

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What to look out for

The checks worth doing on a Suzuki Ignis before you hand over any money. Every documented fault is listed below, each with its own page.

  • Serious issue

    Pay attention at the moment you turn the key, which is when this shows.

    See why

    Ignition switch overheating — smoke from the steering column

    This fault is peculiar to Ignis models built between 2000 and 2004 and it is unusual enough to be worth knowing by name: the ignition switch overheats and smokes. The causes reported are an electrical cable bridge inside the ignition and, more commonly, grease inside the switch that has carbonised over the years and started conducting where it should insulate. Owners describe smoke coming from around the steering column. This is not a fault to note and move on from — a smoking switch behind the dashboard, surrounded by plastic and wiring, can start a fire if it gets worse. The part is inexpensive. The reason it belongs in a buyer's report is that a smell of hot plastic when you turn the key is very easy to dismiss as an old car being an old car.

    What you would notice

    • Smoke, or a smell of hot plastic or burning, from around the steering column
    • Key becoming hot, or difficult to turn
    • Electrical items cutting out when the key is turned or moved
    • Car failing to start intermittently, or cutting out while driving
    • Discolouration or melting on the plastic around the ignition

    Typically $200–$900 to put right.

  • Serious issue

    Turn the key through its positions several times - it should feel consistent with no flicker or hesitation.

    See why

    Ignition-switch overheating / fire risk (early 2000-2004 cars)

    First-generation Ignis (and related Suzuki models) built roughly 2000-2004 are affected by carbonised grease building up inside the ignition switch, which can overheat the switch contacts and, in a worst case, has been linked to under-dash fire risk. Symptoms are intermittent electrical faults when turning the key - flickering, a hot switch, or the car cutting out. This is a genuine safety item on the earliest cars; confirm any related rectification was carried out and that the ignition behaves normally.

    What you would notice

    • Intermittent no-start or the car cutting out while driving
    • Flickering dash lights when you turn the key
    • Warm or smelly ignition switch area

    Typically $200–$500 to put right.

  • Serious issue

    Walk around the car after the test drive and smell for petrol near the rear wheels and under the back seat area.

    See why

    Fuel tank breather pipe incorrectly moulded and detaching - fire risk (recall SSR22)

    On Ignis sold in Australia between July and October 2020, the breather pipe on top of the fuel tank may have been moulded incorrectly and can work loose with normal vibration. Fuel can then leak and, near an ignition source, catch fire. Suzuki Australia recall SSR22 (2021) covered 227 cars and the fix is free at a dealer.

    What you would notice

    • Petrol smell around the rear of the car
    • Fuel drips or wet patch under the rear seat area
    • Fuel smell after filling the tank

    Typically $0–$1,500 to put right.

  • Serious issue

    Switch the ignition on and watch the airbag warning light: it should come on briefly and then go out and stay out.

    See why

    Airbag control module software can erase itself - airbags may not deploy (Japan recall 3818)

    On Japanese-market Ignis (FF21S) built January to May 2016, faulty software in the airbag control module could be wiped if the ignition was switched back on at a certain time after being switched off. The airbag warning light then comes on and the airbags may not deploy in a crash. Suzuki Japan recall 3818 (May 2016) reprogrammed the module; this matters for early Japanese imports in NZ.

    What you would notice

    • Airbag warning light stays on after start-up
    • Airbag light comes on intermittently

    Typically $0–$1,200 to put right.

  • Serious issue

    With the car parked, hold the steering wheel at the top and bottom and try to rock it in and out and side to side.

    See why

    Steering shaft nut not tightened - steering wheel can come loose (recall REC-006262)

    On 2022 and 2023 Ignis (and Swift) sold in Australia, the steering shaft nut may not have been tightened to specification at the factory. The steering wheel can then work loose and the driver may lose control. Recall REC-006262 (campaign SSR31, February 2025) covers 5,731 Swift and Ignis vehicles and the fix is free at a dealer.

    What you would notice

    • Steering wheel moves or clicks on the column
    • Free play or knock felt in the steering wheel
    • Steering wheel off-centre after driving

    Typically $0–$250 to put right.

  • Costly issue

    Check for any SHVS or hybrid warning lights.

    See why

    SHVS Integrated Starter-Generator (ISG) and Auxiliary Battery Failure

    The Suzuki Hybrid Vehicle System (SHVS) on the Ignis uses a belt-driven Integrated Starter-Generator (ISG) in place of a conventional alternator, combined with a small 12V lithium auxiliary battery. Documented failures include ISG belt slip, ISG unit internal failure, and auxiliary lithium battery degradation. Replacement costs are significantly higher than a conventional alternator, and sourcing ISG units outside Suzuki dealer channels is difficult in NZ/AU.

    What you would notice

    • SHVS or hybrid system warning light on the dashboard
    • Engine failing to restart cleanly at stop-start traffic light events
    • Battery regeneration gauge showing no charge recovery
    • Belt squeal from the ISG drive belt
    • Flat or failed 12V lithium auxiliary battery

    Typically $1,500–$3,800 to put right.

See all 14 documented issuesEverything researched for the Suzuki Ignis, including 5 rated critical.
Depends on which engine this Suzuki Ignis has — 14Each of these is documented for one particular engine. Pick the year and engine above to see which of them apply.
Engine, transmission & cooling4

01SHVS ISG and water pump drive belt snapping (Japan recall 4215)

Look on the ID plate in the engine bay for the brown recall sticker that shows the upgraded belt was fitted, and ask for any recall paperwork.hybrid2016–2017Cooling
OccasionalCooling $150–$3,500 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

On mild-hybrid (SHVS) Ignis built from early 2016 to March 2017, including Japanese-import FF21S cars, the single belt that drives both the integrated starter-generator and the water pump was not strong enough and can snap. When it breaks the battery stops charging and the water pump stops, so the engine overheats and can stall and not restart; driving on risks head gasket damage. Suzuki Japan recall 4215 (March 2018) replaced the belt with an upgraded one, marked by a brown sticker on the ID plate, and Suzuki Ireland and the UK ran matching recalls.

Symptoms to notice

  • Battery charge warning light on
  • Temperature gauge climbs or coolant warning light on
  • Squeal or slap from the belt end of the engine
  • Engine stalls and will not restart

What to check

Look on the ID plate in the engine bay for the brown recall sticker that shows the upgraded belt was fitted, and ask for any recall paperwork. With the engine running, listen at the belt end of the engine for squeal or slapping, and with the engine off use a phone torch to look at the belt for cracks or fraying. On the test drive watch that the temperature stays normal and no charge light comes on. If a workshop inspection is possible: have the belt part number checked against the upgraded recall part.

Where to look: Accessory belt at the pulley end of the engine driving the ISG and water pump

Parts involved: Water pump.

Ask the seller

  • “Has the ISG belt recall been done, and is there a brown sticker on the ID plate?”
  • “Has the car ever overheated or shown a charge warning?”

02M13A timing chain tensioner wear — cold-start rattle

The M13A in the first-generation Ignis is chain-driven, and the chain tensioner wears.petrol2000–2006EngineRead the full fault: symptoms, where to look, what to ask the seller

03Dualjet intake carbon build-up and high-miler oil use

Check the oil on the dipstick for level and colour, and ask how much oil it uses between services.petrol2017 onwardEngine
OccasionalEngine $400–$800 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

The 1.2 K12C Dualjet is a reliable engine, but carbon can accumulate in the intake ports and cause a slight hesitation under load, cured by a periodic intake clean at service. On high-mileage cars that have had stretched or skipped oil changes, owners also report rising oil consumption. Neither is dramatic, but both reward buying a car with a full, on-time service history rather than a bargain with gaps.

Symptoms to notice

  • Slight hesitation or flat spot under full acceleration
  • Needing to top up oil between services on higher-mileage cars
  • Faint blue puff on a hard pull if oil use is significant

What to check

Check the oil on the dipstick for level and colour, and ask how much oil it uses between services. On the drive feel for hesitation at full throttle. Prioritise a car with a complete service history.

Where to look: Intake ports and valves at the top of the engine

Ask the seller

  • “Does it use any oil between services?”
  • “Has it had an intake clean, and is the service history complete?”
  • “Any hesitation when you floor it?”

04Ignition coil failure and EGR clogging misfire (M13A/M15A)

Watch for a check-engine light and feel for a misfire on the test drive, especially pulling away.petrol2000–2006Engine
CommonEngine $250–$650 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

The 1.3 M13A and 1.5 M15A engines are tough and chain-driven, but they misfire when an ignition coil fails - typically after 45,000-65,000 km - and when the EGR valve clogs with carbon. Both cause a stumble, rough idle and loss of power, and a blocked EGR will fail an emissions check. These are cheap fixes but common, so a car with a rough idle or check-engine light usually needs one or the other rather than anything major.

A four-cylinder ignition coil rail removed from an engine, beside a steel rule for scale.Example of the part — not this vehicle

A coil-on-plug ignition rail, removed. One coil per cylinder.

Cschirp · CC BY-SA 3.0 de · Wikimedia Commons

Symptoms to notice

  • Misfire or stumble on acceleration
  • Rough or hunting idle
  • Check-engine light and sluggish response

What to check

  1. Watch for a check-engine light and feel for a misfire on the test drive, especially pulling away.
  2. A rough idle that smooths at higher revs points to a coil or the EGR.
  3. Ask when coils, plugs and the EGR were last serviced.

Where to look: Ignition coils on top of the engine; EGR valve on the intake side

Parts involved: Ignition coil, EGR valve.

Ask the seller

  • “Does it misfire or run rough at idle?”
  • “Have the coils, plugs or EGR valve been cleaned or replaced?”
  • “Has it ever failed an emissions test?”
Electrical5

01Airbag control module software can erase itself - airbags may not deploy (Japan recall 3818)

Switch the ignition on and watch the airbag warning light: it should come on briefly and then go out and stay out.2016Electrical
RareElectrical $0–$1,200 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

On Japanese-market Ignis (FF21S) built January to May 2016, faulty software in the airbag control module could be wiped if the ignition was switched back on at a certain time after being switched off. The airbag warning light then comes on and the airbags may not deploy in a crash. Suzuki Japan recall 3818 (May 2016) reprogrammed the module; this matters for early Japanese imports in NZ.

Symptoms to notice

  • Airbag warning light stays on after start-up
  • Airbag light comes on intermittently

What to check

Switch the ignition on and watch the airbag warning light: it should come on briefly and then go out and stay out. Turn the car off and on a few times and check it behaves the same each time. Ask whether this early Japanese import has had recall 3818 done. If a workshop inspection is possible: have the airbag system read for stored faults and the recall confirmed by chassis number.

Where to look: Airbag control module under the centre console

Ask the seller

  • “Has the airbag software recall 3818 been done?”
  • “Has the airbag light ever stayed on?”

02Ignition switch overheating — smoke from the steering column

Pay attention at the moment you turn the key, which is when this shows.2000–2004Electrical
OccasionalElectrical $200–$900 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

This fault is peculiar to Ignis models built between 2000 and 2004 and it is unusual enough to be worth knowing by name: the ignition switch overheats and smokes. The causes reported are an electrical cable bridge inside the ignition and, more commonly, grease inside the switch that has carbonised over the years and started conducting where it should insulate. Owners describe smoke coming from around the steering column. This is not a fault to note and move on from — a smoking switch behind the dashboard, surrounded by plastic and wiring, can start a fire if it gets worse. The part is inexpensive. The reason it belongs in a buyer's report is that a smell of hot plastic when you turn the key is very easy to dismiss as an old car being an old car.

Symptoms to notice

  • Smoke, or a smell of hot plastic or burning, from around the steering column
  • Key becoming hot, or difficult to turn
  • Electrical items cutting out when the key is turned or moved
  • Car failing to start intermittently, or cutting out while driving
  • Discolouration or melting on the plastic around the ignition

What to check

Pay attention at the moment you turn the key, which is when this shows. Sit in the driver's seat with the doors closed and turn the ignition on and then start the engine, and use your nose immediately — any smell of hot plastic, burning or scorching from the steering column area is the finding, and it is far more likely than visible smoke. Turn the key back off and on several times, and note whether anything on the dash flickers or cuts out as you do. Feel the key itself after a few cycles and check it is not unusually warm. Look closely at the plastic shroud around the ignition barrel for discolouration, browning or any sign of melting, and look for a repair or replacement that has been done cheaply. Ask the seller directly whether they have ever smelled anything odd when starting it, or whether the car has ever cut out while driving. Given the fire risk, treat any hot-plastic smell as a reason to stop rather than negotiate. If a workshop inspection is possible: ask for the ignition switch to be inspected directly.

Where to look: Steering column — ignition switch behind the barrel

Ask the seller

  • “Have you ever smelled hot plastic or burning when starting it?”
  • “Has the ignition switch ever been replaced?”
  • “Does anything electrical cut out when you turn or move the key?”

03Ignition-switch overheating / fire risk (early 2000-2004 cars)

Turn the key through its positions several times - it should feel consistent with no flicker or hesitation.petrol2000–2006Electrical
OccasionalElectrical $200–$500 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

First-generation Ignis (and related Suzuki models) built roughly 2000-2004 are affected by carbonised grease building up inside the ignition switch, which can overheat the switch contacts and, in a worst case, has been linked to under-dash fire risk. Symptoms are intermittent electrical faults when turning the key - flickering, a hot switch, or the car cutting out. This is a genuine safety item on the earliest cars; confirm any related rectification was carried out and that the ignition behaves normally.

Symptoms to notice

  • Intermittent no-start or the car cutting out while driving
  • Flickering dash lights when you turn the key
  • Warm or smelly ignition switch area

What to check

  1. Turn the key through its positions several times - it should feel consistent with no flicker or hesitation.
  2. Note any burning or hot-plastic smell around the steering column.
  3. Ask whether any ignition-switch work has been done on this early car.

Where to look: Ignition switch on the steering column

Ask the seller

  • “Has the ignition switch ever played up or been replaced?”
  • “Does it ever cut out or refuse to start?”
  • “Any smell or heat from around the key?”

04SHVS Integrated Starter-Generator (ISG) and Auxiliary Battery Failure

Check for any SHVS or hybrid warning lights.hybrid2016 onwardElectrical
OccasionalElectrical $1,500–$3,800 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

The Suzuki Hybrid Vehicle System (SHVS) on the Ignis uses a belt-driven Integrated Starter-Generator (ISG) in place of a conventional alternator, combined with a small 12V lithium auxiliary battery. Documented failures include ISG belt slip, ISG unit internal failure, and auxiliary lithium battery degradation. Replacement costs are significantly higher than a conventional alternator, and sourcing ISG units outside Suzuki dealer channels is difficult in NZ/AU.

Symptoms to notice

  • SHVS or hybrid system warning light on the dashboard
  • Engine failing to restart cleanly at stop-start traffic light events
  • Battery regeneration gauge showing no charge recovery
  • Belt squeal from the ISG drive belt
  • Flat or failed 12V lithium auxiliary battery

What to check

  1. Check for any SHVS or hybrid warning lights.
  2. Test the stop-start function on a warm engine at traffic lights.
  3. Ask whether the ISG belt and auxiliary lithium battery have been inspected.
  4. If a workshop inspection is possible: Scan with OBD for SHVS-specific fault codes.

Where to look: Accessory belt drive side of engine; ISG unit mounted in conventional alternator position

Parts involved: 12V battery, Starter motor.

Ask the seller

  • “Has the SHVS or hybrid warning light ever appeared?”
  • “Does the stop-start system work reliably at every traffic light stop?”
  • “Has the ISG belt or auxiliary lithium battery been inspected or replaced?”

05SHVS mild-hybrid 12V lithium battery / ISG assist fault

Check the dash for hybrid/battery warnings on start-up and confirm the auto stop-start engages and restarts smoothly when warm.hybrid2017 onwardElectrical
OccasionalElectrical $400–$900 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

The current Ignis with SHVS mild-hybrid uses a small lithium-ion battery and an integrated starter-generator (ISG) belt-driven off the engine to give a mild boost and smooth stop-start. Failures are not frequent but are expensive: owners occasionally see a hybrid warning with no electric assist, and a failed lithium battery costs several hundred dollars to replace at a Suzuki agent. The ISG drive belt is cheap but must be fitted correctly. A car that no longer does its smooth auto stop-start may have a tired hybrid battery.

Symptoms to notice

  • Hybrid or battery warning light with no electric assist
  • Stop-start no longer working smoothly or at all
  • Extra crank or shudder restarting at the lights

What to check

  1. Check the dash for hybrid/battery warnings on start-up and confirm the auto stop-start engages and restarts smoothly when warm.
  2. Ask the age of the small hybrid (lithium) battery and whether the ISG belt has been done.
  3. Genuine hybrid faults are best confirmed with a Suzuki scan.

Where to look: Lithium-ion battery (under a seat/boot area) and ISG unit on the engine

Parts involved: Starter motor.

Ask the seller

  • “Does the stop-start and mild-hybrid assist still work?”
  • “Has the hybrid battery or ISG belt ever been replaced?”
  • “Has a hybrid warning light ever appeared?”
Body, brakes, suspension & interior4

01Steering shaft nut not tightened - steering wheel can come loose (recall REC-006262)

With the car parked, hold the steering wheel at the top and bottom and try to rock it in and out and side to side.2022–2023Suspension
RareSuspension $0–$250 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

On 2022 and 2023 Ignis (and Swift) sold in Australia, the steering shaft nut may not have been tightened to specification at the factory. The steering wheel can then work loose and the driver may lose control. Recall REC-006262 (campaign SSR31, February 2025) covers 5,731 Swift and Ignis vehicles and the fix is free at a dealer.

Symptoms to notice

  • Steering wheel moves or clicks on the column
  • Free play or knock felt in the steering wheel
  • Steering wheel off-centre after driving

What to check

With the car parked, hold the steering wheel at the top and bottom and try to rock it in and out and side to side; it should not move on the column or click. On the test drive check the wheel sits straight and feels solid. Ask for proof recall SSR31 was done. If a workshop inspection is possible: have a Suzuki dealer confirm the recall by VIN and the nut torque checked.

Where to look: Steering wheel retaining nut at the top of the steering column

Ask the seller

  • “Has the steering shaft nut recall (SSR31) been done?”
  • “Has the steering wheel ever felt loose?”

02Front Wheel Bearing Premature Wear

Test drive at highway speed and gently steer left/right to load each bearing alternately.petrol2016 onwardSuspension
OccasionalSuspension $350–$650 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

The FF21S Ignis shares its front hub and wheel bearing assembly with the K12C/K10C Suzuki small-car platform (Swift, Baleno). Front wheel bearings are documented to wear from around 80,000 km, accelerated by the compact hub design. The light vehicle weight does not protect the bearings on rough or corrugated NZ/AU roads.

Symptoms to notice

  • Humming or droning noise from the front end, varying with vehicle speed
  • Noise intensity changes when weaving gently at highway speed
  • Roughness or play when spinning the front wheel by hand after jacking

What to check

Test drive at highway speed and gently steer left/right to load each bearing alternately. If a workshop inspection is possible: Jack the front wheels and spin/rock each wheel to check for roughness or play.

Where to look: Front wheel hub assembly, left or right

Parts involved: Wheel bearing.

Ask the seller

  • “Have you noticed a humming noise from the front wheels at speed?”
  • “Have the front wheel bearings been replaced?”
  • “What type of roads does the vehicle typically operate on?”

03Outer door handle sticking so the door may not latch (Japan recall 3861)

Pull each outside door handle and let go; it should snap straight back flush.2016Body & Rust
RareBody & Rust $150–$600 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

On Japanese-market Ignis (FF21S) built January to June 2016, the sliding part inside the outside door handles can swell with moisture and rub on the handle case, so the handle does not spring fully back after it is pulled. The door may then not lock securely and in the worst case could open while driving. Suzuki Japan recall 3861 (July 2016) replaced the outer handles, marked by a yellow sticker on the ID plate; this matters for Japanese imports in NZ.

Symptoms to notice

  • Outside door handle stays partly out after being pulled
  • Door will not lock or shows door ajar
  • Door needs slamming to latch

What to check

  1. Pull each outside door handle and let go; it should snap straight back flush.
  2. Open and shut every door, then lock the car and check each door is actually locked by trying the handle.
  3. Look for the yellow recall sticker on the ID plate in the engine bay.
  4. If a workshop inspection is possible: have a Suzuki dealer confirm the recall by chassis number.

Where to look: Outside door handles on the side doors

Ask the seller

  • “Is this a Japanese import, and has recall 3861 been done?”
  • “Has a door ever popped open or failed to lock?”

04Exhaust and centre-silencer rust-through

Listen for a blowing exhaust at idle and on revs, and reach under the back to check the muffler for soft, flaking rust.2000–2006Body & Rust
CommonBody & Rust $300–$800 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

On first-gen Ignis the exhaust muffler and centre silencer commonly rust through after 40,000-60,000 km, particularly on cars used for short trips where the system never fully dries out. It shows up as a blowing or droning exhaust and will fail a WOF. It is a cheap fix in isolation, but on a 20-year-old car it is worth checking the sills and rear arches at the same time, as rust here is far more expensive to put right.

Symptoms to notice

  • Blowing, droning or louder-than-normal exhaust note
  • Visible rust holes or flaking on the muffler and pipe
  • Exhaust smell noticeable at idle

What to check

Listen for a blowing exhaust at idle and on revs, and reach under the back to check the muffler for soft, flaking rust. While underneath, look over the sills and rear arches with a torch.

Where to look: Exhaust centre silencer and muffler; sills and rear arches

Ask the seller

  • “Has the exhaust been replaced recently?”
  • “Is there any structural rust on recent WOF sheets?”
  • “Has the car mostly done short trips?”
Fluid leaks1

01Fuel tank breather pipe incorrectly moulded and detaching - fire risk (recall SSR22)

Walk around the car after the test drive and smell for petrol near the rear wheels and under the back seat area.petrol2020Fluid Leaks
RareFluid Leaks $0–$1,500 to fix

Can't confirm for this car

On Ignis sold in Australia between July and October 2020, the breather pipe on top of the fuel tank may have been moulded incorrectly and can work loose with normal vibration. Fuel can then leak and, near an ignition source, catch fire. Suzuki Australia recall SSR22 (2021) covered 227 cars and the fix is free at a dealer.

Symptoms to notice

  • Petrol smell around the rear of the car
  • Fuel drips or wet patch under the rear seat area
  • Fuel smell after filling the tank

What to check

Walk around the car after the test drive and smell for petrol near the rear wheels and under the back seat area. Check the ground where the car was parked for fuel drips. Ask for proof the recall was done on a late-2020 car. If a workshop inspection is possible: have the tank breather pipe inspected on a hoist and the recall confirmed by VIN.

Where to look: Top of the fuel tank under the rear seat

Ask the seller

  • “Has recall SSR22 (fuel tank breather) been done?”
  • “Have you ever smelt petrol from the car?”

Suzuki Ignis faults in detail

Each of these has its own page: the symptoms, where to look, what to ask the seller and what the repair costs. Free, no account needed.

M13A timing chain tensioner wear — cold-start rattleMajor · Engine

What these repairs cost on other cars

Some of the Suzuki Ignis’s documented faults are repairs other models share. Each page lists the documented NZ cost for every model it affects.

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Suzuki Ignis buyer questions

Is the Suzuki Ignis reliable?

Like any used car, it depends on the specific example and its service history. Across the 14 documented faults for the Suzuki Ignis, the recurring problem areas are fluid leaks, electrical, and suspension. A Suzuki Ignis 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 Ignis?

We've catalogued 14 known faults for the Suzuki Ignis, covering fluid leaks, electrical, and suspension. All 14 are written out in full on this page, with the symptoms to notice, what to inspect, and typical repair costs for each. Free to read, no account needed.

How much do repairs cost on a Suzuki Ignis?

Most single repairs on the Suzuki Ignis fall between $200–$800 at NZ independent-workshop rates. Some of the 14 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 Ignis?

Yes. A Suzuki Ignis 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 $24.90 far less than the cost of missing one of the faults on this page.