Faults and service for this model with this engine

Suzuki Swift 5 1.0 / 1.2 VVT (Suzuki K / M-series)

Petrol · 2017–2024

known faults

85.5 %

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All about the Suzuki Swift 5 All about the 1.0 / 1.2 / 1.3 / 1.5 / 1.6 VVT (Suzuki K / M-series) engine

The 1.0 / 1.2 VVT (Suzuki K / M-series) engine was fitted to the Suzuki Swift 5 (2017–2024). In the EU that is 85.5 % of all new cars of this generation.

Versions: 1.2 83 hp, 1.2 90 hp, 1.0 111 hp.

Engine faults ✓ Checked against sources (10/2026)

✓ The faults of this engine were checked against sources (10/2026). Each item has at least two independent sources or an official recall or parts-maker technical note.

Fuel pump impeller can jam: engine stalls (Jimny 1.5, recall)

usually 0–150,000 km · High risk

model years 2018–2019 onlyengine codes: K15B

Signs: Rough running, hard starting or the engine stops while driving

Fix: Have a Suzuki dealer check by VIN that the free fuel pump replacement was done

free / recall

Gearboxes

Manual

Clutch wear

usually 120,000–200,000 km · Medium risk

Signs: Slipping, high bite point

Fix: Replace clutch kit

€500–900

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

Automated manual (single clutch)

Clutch actuator / hydraulic unit

usually 80,000–160,000 km · High risk

Signs: Won't select a gear, 'gearbox fault', jerky shifts

Fix: Repair or replace the actuator; clutch re-learn

€500–1,500

Clutch wear (automated)

usually 80,000–150,000 km · Medium risk

Signs: Slipping, harsh engagement

Fix: Replace clutch + re-learn

€500–1,000

Service plan for this engine

Typical routine maintenance cost for 100,000 km: €2,200–4,950. Sum of the services and wear parts in the plan above (about 15,000 km a year, independent workshop), without faults.

Intervals and typical prices for the Suzuki Swift 5 with the 1.0 / 1.2 VVT (Suzuki K / M-series) engine. The app gives the exact plan for your mileage.

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

Versions of this engine in the Suzuki Swift 5

Version	Share	Years	CO₂	Fuel use
1.2 Hybrid1,197 cm³ · 61 kW (83 hp)	44.6 %	2020–2023	110 g/km	4.9 L
1.2 Petrol1,242 cm³ · 66 kW (90 hp)	23.1 %	2018–2022	118 g/km	4.2 L
1.2 Hybrid1,242 cm³ · 66 kW (90 hp)	12.9 %	2019–2021	116 g/km	5.3 L
1.0 Petrol998 cm³ · 82 kW (111 hp)	5.1 %	2018–2021	129 g/km	—

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.

Steering Measures Against Loosening of Steering Shaft Nut17/02/2025 · R/2025/050
Brakes / ABS / ESP Some vehicles have an inappropriate design and material on check valve of vacuum pump01/12/2022 · R/2022/267
Airbag Unintended activation of the side air bag curtain air bag and seat pre tensioner may occur when rear door is slammed shut.12/06/2019 · R/2019/186
Lights Integrated starter generator belt belt may fail26/03/2018 · R/2018/078
Suspension / axles Battery may fail to charge which could cause engine to stall and lights to fade13/03/2018 · R/2018/071

Common questions

Does the Suzuki Swift 5 1.0 / 1.2 VVT (Suzuki K / M-series) have a timing belt or a chain?

Chain.

Which oil does the Suzuki Swift 5 1.0 / 1.2 VVT (Suzuki K / M-series) need?

5W-30 / 0W-20 · API SL/SN · ~3.8 L · every 15,000 km.

The same model with other engines

1.4 Boosterjet

Other models with the 1.0 / 1.2 / 1.3 / 1.5 / 1.6 VVT (Suzuki K / M-series) engine

Suzuki Vitara 2015–Suzuki Swift IV 2010–2017 Suzuki SX4 2006–2014 Suzuki Alto 2009–2014 Opel Agila B 2008–2014 Suzuki Jimny (1998–2018) 1998–2018 Suzuki Ignis 2016–Suzuki Celerio 2014–2020 Suzuki Splash 2008–2015 Suzuki Baleno 2016–2020

Sources and notes

Main sources for the faults of this engine:

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. How we check the data →

Updated 29/10/2026

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