KNOWN FAULTS · Suzuki

Known faults for the Suzuki Swift (RZ).

2017–2024 · Petrol / Hybrid

Sources are not verified in real time and no entry confirms that your car is affected.

1 known fault with sources

Engines: 1.2 Dualjet (Petrol) · 1.2 Dualjet mild hybrid (Hybrid) · 1.0 BoosterJet (Petrol) · 1.4 BoosterJet Sport (Petrol)

Applies if: All versions.

Suzuki Swift (RZ): weak tailgate struts, rusty brake lines and front lights according to AUTO BILDKnown weak points

Engine / equipment: Suzuki Swift (RZ), all versions
Period mentioned: 2017–2024
Symptoms: Weak tailgate gas struts. The rest of what the source mentions are defects found by the German roadworthiness test.
Possible cause described: AUTO BILD (2026 TÜV report, July 2026) mentions mediocre material quality, weak tailgate struts and outdated infotainment on the Swift RZ. At the German roadworthiness test the front lights have weak spots and the brake lines of the early years rust slightly more than average; suspension and exhaust do well, with fewer oil leaks than normal. Up to about 7 years old, the Swift has fewer defects than average. The recalls it mentions are for engines that can cut out while driving (hybrids only), water pump and brake servo failures, the airbag, the rear pretensioners and the front and side airbags.
Check for the garage: If the tailgate will not stay up, replace its gas struts. Before the MOT or periodic inspection, have the front lights and brake lines checked. Ask a Suzuki dealer, with the VIN, whether any recalls are outstanding.
Cost cited in the source: No verified estimate; ask the garage for a quote.A rough figure from the original database, not an up-to-date quote.