What is the Rear Wheel Bearing Failure problem on a 2022 Suzuki Jimny (Gen 4)?

Common Problems with the
2022–2024 Suzuki Jimny (Gen 4)

We've identified 1 known issue that can affect the 2022–2024 Suzuki Jimny (Gen 4). None are considered critical, but they're worth knowing about before you buy.

Known Issues

Serious

Moderate

Minor

The 2022–2024 period has an average number of reported issues compared to other Suzuki Jimny (Gen 4) year periods.

All Known Issues

Rear Wheel Bearing Failure

ModerateSuspension & Chassis

The rear wheel bearings can fail prematurely, especially on cars that have been used off-road or fitted with oversized tyres. The bearings are relatively inexpensive but labour-intensive to replace.

Estimated cost: £250–£500Affects: 2019–2024

Typical symptoms

•Humming or droning noise from the rear
•Noise increases with speed
•Play in the rear wheel when jacked up

What to inspect before you buy

✓Jack up the rear wheels and check for play
✓Listen for bearing noise during a test drive at 40-60mph

Buying Tips for the 2022 Suzuki Jimny (Gen 4)

✓Very high resale values; ensure the car hasn't been abused off-road.
✓Check for rust on the chassis; even new ones benefit from immediate undersealing.
✓Inspect the rear seats (if a passenger model) as they are rarely used but often damaged by cargo.

2021 Suzuki Jimny (Gen 4)