2003 Suzuki Aerio problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Wheels:rim (5) · Power Train:manual Transmission (4) · Tires (2)
🧭 Reliability snapshot
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
24 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (0)
No recalls on record for this model year (campaigns announced since 2010).
Service bulletins (14)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Suspension 2022-07-08 · SUZ_016008 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
reminder of the importance to conduct safety inspections for rust damage to suspension and related parts that could be caused by road salt or other chemicals applied to the roadway.
Suspension 2018-11-20 · N-Q-G-045 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this service bulletin was sent by suzuki motor corporation to its authorized suzuki automobile distributors in the u.s., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball stud from becoming separated from the suspension lower arm.
Power Train:manual Transmission 2009-05-01 · TSB-05-04289 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
suzuki: parts list for repairing manual transaxle 5th gear concerns such as popping out of gear while driving. worn or failed 5th gear synchronizer, 5th gear, and related parts. *pe
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine 2006-01-19 · 0712065 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
in extreme cold climates, the malfunction indicator lamp may be on when the engine is started. the dtc p2025 will be stored in the ecm. *tt
Visibility:rearview Mirrors/Devices 2005-08-17 · 0612144 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
driver and/or passenger side mirror loose. suzuki aerio (rh420/rh423) *sc
Engine And Engine Cooling 2005-08-16 · 0405175 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
modification of main bearing oil clearance and the bearing selection procedure. 2002-2005 suzuki aero-rh420/rh423 *sc
Showing the 6 most recent of 14 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2014-10-02 · Engine · 15,000 mi · 🔥 fire“started the car to warm it up, and smoke came out of dash board, making glass where speedometer is smokey and it still is. smelt like wire burning and shut it off immediately. when checked on, a wire insulation had burnt off causing the smoke and smell. after replacing the wire coating, it was fine for a while, then coming back from a trip to aug…”
2012-05-15 · Power Train · 82,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2003 suzuki aerio sx wagon. the contact stated that the manual transmission dislodged from the fifth gear while driving 55 mph. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that the transmission needed to be repaired. the vehicle was then taken to an independent repair shop and the fifth gear of …”
2011-06-06 · Latches/Locks/Linkages:doors:latch · 10,586 mi“tl*the contact owns a 2003 suzuki aerio sx. the contact stated that the door handle broke while attempting to open it. the dealer and manufacturer were notified of the defect. the door handle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 10,586 and the current mileage was 11,000. …”
2010-12-23 · Unknown Or Other · 61,000 mi“i have had problems with my car for almost 2 months and it seems it never ends. serious power steering problems which causes a lot of inconveniences for a single mother like me, taken to some shops, money wasted on nothing because it seems this is one of the weakest and worst problems a suzuki aerio 2003 could have. checked on the internet and all …”
2009-05-13 · Tires“the reason is that i bought one used good year tire but i just run on high way for few miles only it was seriously flat on last saturday (may 9, 2009). i did not know why an inferior tire would be sold in the store, when i purchased it seems very good like a new good year tire, and i was noticed i need to pay for replace it. i noticed the inside of…”
2008-12-13 · Power Train:manual Transmission · 60,000 mi“2003 suzuki aerio cv joint keeps coming out due to snap ring in rear end,car is under warranty. car dealer will not honor warranty,says rear axle is a after market part, this is not true,why would we have car worked on when under warranty, we are third owner of car and know the two previous owners which is a father and son,they are adamant no work …”
2008-08-28 · Wheels · 65,000 mi“cracking and bending of rim where the tire bead seals,have had to replace three different rims in the last two and a half years. *tr…”
2008-07-18 · Tires“i am writing in reference to tire debris being left in the middle of new york's highways. these situations create hazardous road conditions and should be handled by the local governmental agencies. today, i was traveling on 495 going west and a huge tire was left in the middle lane, i was not able to swerve so it created damage to my vehicle of whi…”
2008-01-24 · Power Train:manual Transmission“tl*the contact owns a 2003 suzuki aerio. the contact received a recall notice for nhtsa campaign id number 07v307000 (power train:manual transmission). the dealer is giving the contact the run around. the manufacturer stated that the dealer has the part, but the dealer stated otherwise. the dealer advised him to speak with the service manager, …”
2007-12-28 · Power Train:driveline:driveshaft · 108,575 mi“driving home on i-72 westbound from champaign, il. 2003 suzuki aerio had been in cruise control mode at 65mph. took off cruise to pass a semi trailer. car engine revved up and down resulting in no power for a moment. was able to pull back in behind semi, allowing car following me to go around. lost all power, but was able to pull safely off onto th…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.