Suzuki Alto: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 47,870 Suzuki Alto cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 1981 and 2015.
In a sample of 400 cars, 80.3% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, more often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is wipers give insufficient visibility (23.5% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 2 recalls for this model; 0.1% of registered cars still have an open recall.
2.8% have an odometer reading the RDW marks as illogical, a sign of a rolled-back odometer.
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Most common APK defects
| Defect | Cars |
|---|---|
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 23.5% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 22.8% |
| Position light not working (properly) | 21% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 16.8% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 16.5% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 14.5% |
| Dipped beam cut-off unclear | 10.3% |
| Tyre damaged | 9.5% |
| Wheel bearing wear/damage audible or noticeable | 8.5% |
| Brake light not working (properly) | 7.3% |
Share of 400 sampled cars (first registered 2012–2021) with this defect at an APK inspection since 2024. RDW Open Data: Geconstateerde Gebreken.
Common advisories
| Tyre(s) with tread depth of 1.6 to 2.5 mm | 22.3% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 4.3% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 0.5% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 47,870 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 0.1% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 2.8% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 1981 to 2015 |
All Suzuki Alto passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-12-07 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 5,772 |
| 2015-04-23 | electrical system | serious | 6,238 |
Recalls registered with the RDW for this model; not every recall applies to every car. Check a plate to see if one is open.
Questions
How often does the Suzuki Alto fail the APK?
In a sample of 400 cars first registered 2012–2021, 80.3% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Suzuki Alto?
The most common APK defects are: wipers give insufficient visibility (23.5%), number plate light not working (properly) / missing (22.8%), position light not working (properly) (21%).
Does the Suzuki Alto have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 2 recalls. 0.1% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Suzuki models
Swift · Vitara · Ignis · SX4 · Splash · Celerio · Wagon R · Grand Vitara · Jimny · Baleno · S-Cross
Source: RDW Open Data (Gekentekende voertuigen, Geconstateerde Gebreken, Terugroepacties), CC0. Model grouping by Factline from RDW trade names. AI agents: factline.dev/llms.txt.