Turbo wastegate rattle
usually 80,000–160,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Rattle at idle
Fix: Adjust or replace actuator
€200–600
Common faults, service intervals and costs
Suzuki S-Cross
2013–now
3
engines covered
11
known faults
5
official recalls
Enter your VIN and mileage and get a plan built for your exact engine and gearbox.
The Suzuki S-Cross has been built since 2013.
For this generation we cover 3 engines and 11 known faults, each with the mileage range where it usually appears.
The most expensive known risk is CVT belt slip / overheating (Jatco): it usually appears at 80,000–180,000 km and costs €1,500–4,000 to fix.
Engines
| Engine | Fuel | Timing drive | Oil |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 / 1.4 Boosterjet | Petrol | Chain | 0W-20 / 5W-30 · API SN · ~3.1 L · every 15,000 km |
| 1.0 / 1.2 / 1.3 / 1.5 / 1.6 VVT (Suzuki K / M-series) | Petrol | Chain | 5W-30 / 0W-20 · API SL/SN · ~3.8 L · every 15,000 km |
| 1.6 / 2.0 MultiJet II (JTDm / DDiS) | Diesel | Belt · 120,000 km | 5W-30 · Fiat 9.55535-S1 · ~4.2–4.9 L · every 15,000 km |
Faults by engine
1.0 / 1.4 Boosterjet
1.0 / 1.2 / 1.3 / 1.5 / 1.6 VVT (Suzuki K / M-series)
Timing chain tensioner rattle
usually 120,000–220,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Rattle on start
Fix: Replace tensioner / chain
€300–700
Valve clearance (shims)
usually 100,000–160,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Ticking; check more often on LPG
Fix: Adjust clearances
€150–350
1.6 / 2.0 MultiJet II (JTDm / DDiS)
Oil level rising (DPF regeneration)
usually 60,000–160,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: 'Change oil' warning, oil level above max
Fix: Change oil earlier; avoid only short trips
€0–150
EGR / DPF
usually 100,000–180,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Power loss, DPF light
Fix: Clean or replace
€300–1,500
Timing belt tensioner and water pump
usually 100,000–140,000 km · High risk
Signs: Noise from belt area
Fix: Replace with the belt kit
€400–800
Gearboxes
Manual
Clutch wear
usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Slipping, high bite point
Fix: Replace clutch kit
€500–900
Automatic (torque converter)
Torque converter / valve body
usually 150,000–250,000 km · Wear part
Signs: Delayed or harsh shifts
Fix: Fluid service, repair
€300–2,500
X-Tronic / Xtronic CVT (Jatco)
CVT belt slip / overheating (Jatco)
usually 80,000–180,000 km · High risk
Signs: Whine, judder, shudder, limp mode when hot
Fix: Fluid change every 60,000 km; valve body or rebuild
€1,500–4,000
Dual-clutch (dry, 7-sp)
Mechatronic unit (7-speed dry DCT)
usually 60,000–150,000 km · High risk
Signs: Flashing gear indicator, no drive
Fix: Repair or replace mechatronic
€1,200–2,500
Clutch pack judder
usually 80,000–160,000 km · Medium risk
Signs: Judder pulling away
Fix: Replace clutch pack
€800–1,500
Scheduled service
Intervals and typical prices for the 1.0 / 1.4 Boosterjet engine. Other engines differ in oil, timing drive and some filters; the app gives the exact plan.
| Item | Interval | Typical price |
|---|---|---|
| Engine oil + oil filterEngine | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €70–150 |
| Cabin (pollen) filterClimate | every 15,000 km or every 12 months | €15–40 |
| Brake fluidBrakes | every 24 months | €50–95 |
| A/C service (regas + desiccant)Climate | every 24 months | €70–150 |
| Air filterEngine | every 30,000 km or every 24 months | €15–45 |
| Spark plugsIgnition | every 60,000 km or every 48 months | €50–160 |
| Auxiliary (serpentine) beltEngine | every 120,000 km | €70–180 |
| Coolant replacementCooling | every 150,000 km or every 96 months | €70–150 |
| Timing chain inspection (listen on cold start)Engine | every 150,000 km | €0–120 |
| Manual gearbox oilTransmission | every 150,000 km | €60–130 |
| Front brake padsBrakes | usually at 30,000–60,000 km | €60–150 |
| Front brake discs + padsBrakes | usually at 60,000–120,000 km | €150–320 |
| Rear brake padsBrakes | usually at 50,000–90,000 km | €50–130 |
| Tyres (set of 4)Wheels | usually at 40,000–60,000 km | €320–700 |
| Wiper bladesBody | checked at service | €20–50 |
| 12V batteryElectrical | checked at service | €100–220 |
Most common engine versions in the EU
New cars of this generation registered in the EU, Iceland and Norway 2010–2025: 41,361, of which 933 in Croatia. The share shows how common each version is.
| Version | Share | Years | CO₂ | Fuel use |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.0 / 1.4 Boosterjet1.4 (1,373 cm³) · 95 kW (129 hp) · Hybrid | 57.8 % | 2022–2025 | 124 g/km | 5.5 L |
| 1.5 Hybrid1.5 (1,462 cm³) · 75 kW (102 hp) · Hybrid | 13.5 % | 2022–2025 | 122 g/km | 5.4 L |
| 1.0 / 1.4 Boosterjet1.4 (1,373 cm³) · 81 kW (110 hp) · Hybrid | 11.5 % | 2025–2025 | 130 g/km | 5.7 L |
| 1.0 / 1.4 Boosterjet1.4 (1,373 cm³) · 80 kW (109 hp) · Petrol | 6.8 % | 2025–2025 | 128 g/km | 5.7 L |
| 1.0 / 1.4 Boosterjet1.4 (1,373 cm³) · 12 kW (16 hp) · Hybrid | 4.0 % | 2024–2025 | 126 g/km | 5.5 L |
| 1.0 / 1.4 Boosterjet1.4 (1,373 cm³) · 10 kW (14 hp) · Hybrid | 2.4 % | 2022–2025 | 126 g/km | 5.6 L |
| 1.0 / 1.4 Boosterjet1.4 (1,373 cm³) · 80 kW (109 hp) · Hybrid | 1.7 % | 2025–2025 | 132 g/km | 5.8 L |
| 1.0 / 1.4 Boosterjet1.4 (1,373 cm³) · Petrol | 1.2 % | 2025–2025 | 125 g/km | 5.8 L |
Source: European Environment Agency (EEA), monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars, CC BY 4.0. CO₂ and fuel use are official type-approval values (WLTP from 2021), not real-world consumption.
Official recalls
Recalls the manufacturer published in the United Kingdom for this model (5). The same recalls usually apply across Europe. Ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN whether your car is affected and whether the work has been done.
- Fuel system Canister Replacement16/04/2025 · R/2025/127
- Brakes / ABS / ESP Left Rear Brake Pipe Inspection14/02/2024 · R/2024/032
- Brakes / ABS / ESP Some vehicles have an inappropriate design and material on check valve of vacuum pump01/12/2022 · R/2022/267
- Engine / loss of power Vehicle emission outputs may not be correct26/02/2021 · R/2021/059
- Airbag Front airbags may not deploy correctly09/05/2016 · R/2016/095
Common questions
Does the Suzuki S-Cross have a timing chain or a timing belt?
1.0 / 1.4 Boosterjet: chain; 1.0 / 1.2 / 1.3 / 1.5 / 1.6 VVT (Suzuki K / M-series): chain; 1.6 / 2.0 MultiJet II (JTDm / DDiS): belt · 120,000 km.
What are the known problems with the Suzuki S-Cross?
The faults with the highest risk: CVT belt slip / overheating (Jatco) (80,000–180,000 km, €1,500–4,000); mechatronic unit (7-speed dry DCT) (60,000–150,000 km, €1,200–2,500); timing belt tensioner and water pump (100,000–140,000 km, €400–800); EGR / DPF (100,000–180,000 km, €300–1,500). The full list by engine is on this page.
What should you check when buying a used Suzuki S-Cross?
Before you buy, ask an authorised dealer to check by VIN that the recalls have been done (5 have been published for this model). If the engine has a timing belt, ask for the invoice for its replacement: with no proof, assume it has not been done. On the test drive, watch for these signs: whine, judder, shudder, limp mode when hot; flashing gear indicator, no drive. The full checklist is in the guide to buying a used car.
Models with the same engines
These models share engines with this car, so they share some of its faults too.
Suzuki Vitara 2015–Suzuki Swift IV 2010–2017Suzuki SX4 2006–2014Suzuki Swift V 2017–2024Suzuki Alto 2009–2014Opel Agila B 2008–2014Suzuki Grand Vitara 2005–2015Suzuki Jimny (1998–2018) 1998–2018
Other Suzuki models
Suzuki Celerio 2014–2020Suzuki Baleno 2016–2020Suzuki Ignis 2016–Suzuki Jimny (2018+) 2018–Suzuki Splash 2008–2015Suzuki Swift VI 2024–
Sources and notes
Faults, intervals and prices are indicative and collected from public sources and owner experience; always rely on the service book and a qualified workshop. Test statistics: DVSA – Anonymised MOT tests and results, Open Government Licence v3.0. Dutch tests: RDW Open Data (CC0). Engine versions: EEA, monitoring of CO₂ emissions from new passenger cars (CC BY 4.0, DG CLIMA). Owner complaints: NHTSA ODI (public domain). Recalls: DVSA Vehicle Safety Branch Recalls Database, OGL v3.0. Brand and model names are trademarks of their owners and are used only to describe the vehicles.
Updated 08/10/2026