Suzuki Baleno: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 3,920 Suzuki Baleno cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 1996 and 2020.
In a sample of 400 cars, 71.8% 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 kingpin dust boot damaged and not sealing (41% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 3 recalls for this model; 1.3% of registered cars still have an open recall.
1.4% 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 |
|---|---|
| Kingpin dust boot damaged and not sealing | 41% |
| Wipers give insufficient visibility | 17.5% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 14.8% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 11% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 10.3% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 8.8% |
| Tyre damaged | 4.3% |
| Wheel bearing wear/damage audible or noticeable | 3.3% |
| Brake imbalance on one axle too large | 2.5% |
| Indicator colour deviates or not permitted | 2.5% |
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 | 13.3% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 4.5% |
| Steering or kingpin ball joint wear up to 1.0 mm | 0.5% |
| Shock absorber leaking | 0.3% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 3,920 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 1.3% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 1.4% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 1996 to 2020 |
All Suzuki Baleno passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-08-31 | brakes | serious | 12,088 |
| 2018-03-30 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 2,874 |
| 2018-03-29 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 2,874 |
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 Baleno fail the APK?
In a sample of 400 cars first registered 2012–2021, 71.8% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Suzuki Baleno?
The most common APK defects are: kingpin dust boot damaged and not sealing (41%), wipers give insufficient visibility (17.5%), tyre tread depth insufficient (14.8%).
Does the Suzuki Baleno have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 3 recalls. 1.3% of registered cars still have an open recall. Check a specific car by licence plate on factline.dev/vehicle.
Other Suzuki models
Swift · Alto · Vitara · Ignis · SX4 · Splash · Celerio · Wagon R · Grand Vitara · Jimny · 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.