2010 Suzuki Equator Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 2about this part
- Share
- 29%of 7 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 97,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 2 complaints about the suspension of the 2010 Suzuki Equator, 29% of the 7 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 97,500 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I took my vehicle in for a front end alignment on 03/03/16. Mechanic stated that the camber link on lower driver's side control arm was worn out and the passenger side was getting close to the same condition. An alignment could not be completed. The mechanic stated that nissan/Suzuki made the part the be permanent by welding it in place. The only way to correct it was to cut out the part and replace it. There is a recall for this part/defect on my make and model truck manufactured from nov 9, 2009 to march 3, 2010. I contacted Suzuki and they stated my vehicle was not under the recall. …”
NHTSA complaint #10840252, filed 2016-03, 116,000 miles“The contact owns a 2010 Suzuki Equator. While driving 5 MPH, a clunking noise was heard while the vehicle was approaching a stop. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the cause of the failure was not determined. The contact stated that the outer tie rod was replaced and a front end alignment was performed on the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure was remedied. The local dealer and manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 79,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11010376, filed 2017-07, 79,000 milesRelated recalls
- 10V213000May 19, 2010Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2010 equator pickup trucks manufactured from november 20, 2009 through march 3, 2010. The lower control link bushing…Covers: Suzuki Equator 2010
Related service bulletins
- 10216558Jul 8, 2022Reminder 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…
- 10152052Nov 20, 2018This 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…
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 2 | 29% |
Other parts of the 2010 Suzuki Equator
3 complaintsSeats
2 complaintsEngine cooling
1 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 Suzuki Equator
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology