Suzuki Ignis: common problems, APK failures and recalls
There are 28,997 Suzuki Ignis cars registered in the Netherlands, first registered between 2000 and 2025.
In a sample of 398 cars, 32.9% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, less often than average (51.5% across all models).
The most common defect is wipers give insufficient visibility (11.3% of inspected cars).
The RDW lists 4 recalls for this model; 1.5% of registered cars still have an open recall.
1.3% 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 | 11.3% |
| Tyre pressure incorrect | 8% |
| Tyre tread depth insufficient | 7% |
| Dipped beam incorrectly aimed | 5.8% |
| Tyre damaged | 3% |
| Windscreen washer not working properly | 1% |
| Number plate light not working (properly) / missing | 0.8% |
| Windscreen washer not working | 0.8% |
| Tyre pressures on one axle unequal | 0.8% |
| Rear light lens badly damaged or removed | 0.5% |
Share of 398 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 | 5% |
| Mechanical brake parts show wear | 0.5% |
Advisories are noted at the APK but are not a failure.
Fleet figures
| Registered in the Netherlands | 28,997 |
| Open recall (not yet fixed) | 1.5% |
| Illogical odometer reading | 1.3% |
| Used as a taxi | 0% |
| First registered | 2000 to 2025 |
All Suzuki Ignis passenger cars in the RDW register, 2026-10-06.
Recalls
| Published | Component | Risk | Cars in NL |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-04-02 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 496 |
| 2018-03-30 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | serious | 2,874 |
| 2018-03-29 | engine, fuel, lubrication and cooling | – | 2,874 |
| 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 Ignis fail the APK?
In a sample of 398 cars first registered 2012–2021, 32.9% had at least one defect at an APK inspection since 2024, against 51.5% across all models.
What are common problems with the Suzuki Ignis?
The most common APK defects are: wipers give insufficient visibility (11.3%), tyre pressure incorrect (8%), tyre tread depth insufficient (7%).
Does the Suzuki Ignis have recalls?
Yes, the RDW lists 4 recalls. 1.5% 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 · 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.