2005 Suzuki Verona problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Air Bags (6) · Engine And Engine Cooling (5) · Electrical System (5)
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37 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (1)
Exterior Lighting:headlights 2014-06-24 · campaign 14V363000 · 25,899 vehicles
Defect: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 Verona vehicles manufactured June 2003 to October 2005. In the affected vehicles, there may be heat generated within the DRL module located in the instrument panel, which could melt the DRL module.
Risk: If the DRL module melts due to the heat generation, it could cause a vehicle fire.
Fix: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the DRL module in the instrument panel, free of charge. The recall began on November 5, 2014. Owners can contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is XC.
Service bulletins (15)
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.
Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control:gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve) 2015-10-12 · 101215 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
service manual update: egr dtcs p0400, p0401 and p0402. *tt
Power Train:automatic Transmission:lever And Linkage:floor Shift 2009-09-01 · TS-04-03049 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
suzuki: automatic transmission shift lever is loose in the shift gate and/or ignition key cannot be removed. the transmission gear shift lever does not hold firmly to the left of the shift gate as expected. the shift lever tension spring has broken. *pe
Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) 2008-01-01 · TS0301238 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
automatic transmission control module initialization procedure. *nj
Power Train:automatic Transmission:control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) 2008-01-01 · TS0301238 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
automatic transmission control module initialization procedure. my 2004-2006 verona (rp625). *nj
Showing the 6 most recent of 15 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2023-11-06 · Electrical System“this issue pertains to safety recall notice no. xc - all 2004-2006 suzuki verona vehicles - drl system. please note, the vehicle manufacturer provided documentation service was performed and the drl module (part 38860-84z21-rx0) was replaced at mileage 49470. my wife and i are the original owner and the mileage is 61,000-62,000 currently. approxima…”
2020-05-21 · Unknown Or Other · 96,850 mi“vehicle drives normal then brakes lock up causing tires to skid to sudden stop killing the engine at random times and random speeds then starts right back up then does it again at a random time. *tr…”
2019-12-26 · Unknown Or Other · 72,000 mi · 🔥 fire“scott was traveling on a highway and attempted to exit the highway; however, as he attempted to brake, he noticed h was not slowing down, and that it appeared that his brakes has given out. he was able to safely slow down the vehicle and pull to the shoulder. he observed a small amount of smoke emanating from his vehicle. upon exiting the vehicl…”
2017-11-27 · Exterior Lighting“tl* the contact owns a 2005 suzuki verona. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v363000 (exterior lighting). the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. freedom powersports (1205 n futrall dr, fayetteville, ar) was contacted; however, the remedy was not performed due …”
2016-11-25 · Air Bags“1-airbag red warning light all way stay on. 2-passenger airbag off yellow light all way stay on event my uncle seat on.(220lbs)…”
2016-04-18 · Exterior Lighting · 87,000 mi“recall on lightning, seat beat and airbag and electrical system.…”
2015-02-10 · Exterior Lighting“2005 suzuki verona. consumer received a recall notice about a defect that may cause melting of the daytime running lamp and that there is a risk of fire. *mw the consumer was informed, the parts were not available. *jb…”
2015-02-09 · Power Train · 90,000 mi“tl*the contact owns a 2005 suzuki verona. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated when shifting. also, the contact stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the technician diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired however, the failu…”
2015-01-29 · Exterior Lighting“tl*the contact owns a 2005 suzuki verona. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v363000 ( exterior lighting) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. the contact ha…”
2015-01-02 · Steering“tl* the contact owns a 2005 suzuki verona. the contact received a notification of nhtsa campaign number: 05v507000 (steering) however, the part to do the repair was unavailable. the contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. the manufacturer was made aware of the issue. the contact had not expe…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.