2009 Suzuki Equator Problems
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 49,000miles, 5 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 19 mpgcombined, 2.5L 4-cyl RWD · 17 city / 22 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2009 Suzuki Equator (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2009 Suzuki Equator. The part named most often is air bags, with 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by fuel system (2) and vehicle speed control (1). 5 of the complaints include a mileage, and 80% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 49,000 miles. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 6 technical service bulletins for this model year. Air bags complaints overlap with 2 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Air bags2 40%
- Fuel system2 40%
Example complaints
Air bags: “No accident, srs warning light began to flash at mileage 49,000 approximate. No recall notice received about possible corrosion on front sensor due to road salt. Original owner lives in pennsylvania. This vehicle was built by nissan for Suzuki (now out of business in united states) and design is similar to frontier pickup.”
NHTSA complaint #10875514, filed 2016-06, 49,000 milesFuel system: “Tl- the contact owns a 2009 Suzuki Equator. The contact stated he noticed there were no bolts or screws or anchors to hold the rubber inlet in place in the neck of the fuel tank. The contact stated he emailed the dealer but received no assistance. The failure and current mileages were 59,000. Dt”
NHTSA complaint #10477139, filed 2012-09, 59,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
80% of the 5 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 22,666 and 49,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2009 Suzuki Equator. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equator Crew Cab · sedan RWD/AWD | not rated | 4 / 4 | — | — | 4 · 19.8% risk |
| Equator King Cab · coupe RWD/AWD | not rated | 4 / 5 | — | — | 4 · 19.8% risk |
Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2009 Suzuki Equator version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Equator 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 19 | 23 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Equator 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Equator 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Equator 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 15 | 19 | 16 | $4,200 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 10V392000Sep 1, 2010Equipment › Electrical › Navigational system(global positioning system)Covers: Suzuki Equator 2009–2010, SX4 2008–2010, Grand Vitara 2010
Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2010 sx4, 2010 grand vitara, and 2009 through 2010 equator vehicles that were equipped with a garmin nuvi model 750, 760, and 765 navigation system. The batteries contained in the affected gps units can…
Recall details for the 2009 Suzuki Equator → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 6 on record; the latest 6 are shown.
- 10216558Jul 8, 2022Suspension, Body and structure. Reminder of the importance to conduct safety inspections for rust damage to suspension and related parts that could be caused by road salt or other chemicals applied to the roadway.
- 10177599Jun 3, 2020Engine cooling. These SKUs are Exhaust Manifolds with Catalytic Converters. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory due to a loss of CARB certification. These SKUs can no longer be sold as…
- 10177598Jun 3, 2020Engine cooling. These SKUs are Exhaust Manifolds with Catalytic Converters. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory due to a loss of CARB certification. These SKUs can no longer be sold as…
- 10152052Nov 20, 2018Suspension, Equipment. This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension…
- 10133216Mar 22, 2018Air bags. This is a revised version of a previously-issued bulletin providing Suzuki Service Providers with details of a customer satisfaction Service Campaign to reprogram the Airbag Control Unit on affected…
- 10128662Feb 5, 2018Air bags. This Service Campaign Bulletin explains to dealers the details of a customer satisfaction service campaign to reprogram the Airbag Control Unit (ACU) on affected vehicles. The ACU software could…
Other model years of the Suzuki Equator
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 7 | 72,000 | 3 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
| 2009 | 5 | 49,000 | 1 | — | 19 | — | Not enough data |
All Suzuki Equator model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2009 Suzuki Equator have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 2009 Suzuki Equator as of Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2009 Suzuki Equator is reported most often?
Air bags is named most often, in 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by fuel system with 2.
Has the 2009 Suzuki Equator been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2009 Suzuki Equator get?
The EPA rates the 2009 Suzuki Equator (Equator 2WD, 2.5L 4-cyl) at 19 mpg combined, 17 city and 22 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2009 Suzuki Equator reported?
Among the 5 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 49,000 miles and the middle half falls between 22,666 and 49,000 miles; 80% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.