2007 Suzuki Forenza problems, complaints & recalls
Most-reported problem areas: Power Train (75) · Power Train:automatic Transmission (34) · Air Bags (19)
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🛣️ Complaints by mileage
216 NHTSA complaints that reported an odometer reading.
Safety recalls (1)
Exterior Lighting:headlights 2014-05-19 · campaign 14V262000 · 184,244 vehicles
Defect: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Forenza vehicles, and 2005-2008 Reno vehicles manufactured from September 1, 2003, through July 30, 2008. In the affected vehicles, heat may be generated in the headlamp switch or daytime running light (DRL) module which could melt the headlamp switch or the DRL module.
Risk: If the heat generated within the headlamp switch or DRL module located on the left side of the steering column melts the headlamp switch or DRL module, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Fix: Suzuki will replace the signal switch and add a jumper relay kit and will replace the DRL Module in teh instrument panel harness. Suzuki distributed to owners an interim letter on July 30, 2014. The recall began October 29, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is XA.
Service bulletins (13)
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.
Seats 2016-05-18 · SUZ_013175 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this service bulletin updates a bulletin originally issued on may 18, 2016, concerning a special warranty extension (zh) for 2005-2008 suzuki forenza and suzuki reno vehicles. the updates are: (1) the existence of diagnostic trouble code (dtc) b1379 is added to the list of dtcs that make a vehicle
Engine 2013-08-08 · TS-30-06263 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
suzuki: suzuki has replacement oil pumps that have a threaded plug. the threaded proves to be difficult to remove without causing damage to the new oil pump. this bulletin provides procedures when replacing the old oil pump. *js
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine 2011-04-01 · TB-22-02041R · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
suzuki vehicle: counter measure procedure for dtc p2135. mil light is on; dtc p2135 stored without fully checking system and circuits after repairs and/or replacement to throttle body. *pe
Vehicle Speed Control:accelerator Pedal 2010-11-01 · TSB-23-06110 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
suzuki vehicles: counter measure procedure for dtc p2138. mil light is on, dtc p2138 stored. failure of the connector and/or wiring circuits between the ecm and the accelerator pedal position sensor. models forenza, forenza wagon and reno (rq420). *pe
Showing the 6 most recent of 13 bulletins. Search all of them free at nhtsa.gov.
What owners report
2021-12-14 · Seats“air bag light came on in the dash, also passenger seat belt not on light came on in the clock. i took the car to planet automotive group here in charlotte, they ran a diagnostic on the vehicle and found a b1448 code for passenger seat mat defect. i called the manufacture at [xxx] talked to a person named [xxx], i was told this is no longer under w…”
2018-11-19 · Exterior Lighting · 75,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2007 suzuki forenza. while the vehicle was stationary, the high beam headlights failed to turn on when prompted. there were no warning indicators illuminated. a dealer and the manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 75,000. the vin was not available. …”
2018-03-06 · Air Bags · 73,000 mi“passenger airbag off light is on even with passenger in seat. i am surprise there is not a recall for this problem which can lead to serious injury and even fatalities. suzuki issued a recall for the grand vitaras. this is down right pathetic and is a slap in the face to their customers. i will definitely be filing a lawsuit about this matter …”
2018-02-10 · Air Bags · 140,000 mi · 💥 crash“car was traveling between 40-45mph, on a major two lane road. pavement was wet. car in front stopped fast, suzuki rear ended that vehicle. driver only occupant in car suzuki-air bag did not deploy. front of car crushed back to engine, engine mount broken. …”
2017-11-09 · Fuel/Propulsion System · 95,000 mi“the car lost power suddenly after stopping for a traffic signal. check engine light came on. engine never stopped running but would not go faster than about 20mph. transmission upshifted and down shifted. orb error codes where p2110, p2106, and p161b. no other codes where stored. it has happened twice in 6 months. after restarting engine check en…”
2017-10-24 · Steering“vehicle has odor of smoke or unknown smell advised suzuki who referred me to someone who does not handle repairs. i advised them i work for an auto body who states vehicle is unsafe to drive- passenger air bag light is also on. recall notice advises of significant risk of fire. steering column looks to be warped and ignition switch is not working.…”
2017-10-17 · Latches/Locks/Linkages · 40,000 mi“tl* the contact owns a 2007 suzuki forenza. the contact stated that the door locks made a clicking noise while driving as if the locks were going up and down. the contact stated that when the locks were in the down position, they would independently pop back up before the contact could open the door with the key. the vehicle was taken to an indepen…”
2017-10-12 · Engine · 75,000 mi · 🔥 fire“tl* the contact owns a 2007 suzuki forenza. while driving approximately 25 mph, the driver noticed smoke inside the vehicle without warning. the vehicle was pulled over and the driver called for assistance. the contact arrived at the scene, opened the hood, turned off the relay switch, and allowed the vehicle to cool down. there was no fire report …”
2017-08-11 · Power Train · 100,000 mi“while driving the car on the highway the light for the engine came on and the car died. after being towed it was determined that the head was blown. after replacing the engine the light remains on and now there is a problem with the transmission. there is supposed to be a defect in a sensor for the transmission that keeps these problems happening i…”
2017-05-24 · Steering · 63,000 mi“power steering replaced, many tires replaced constantly, transmission replaced, timing belt replaced, seat belts replaced, air bags are in recall and need to be replaced, handles replaced, bad paint clippings on outer handles, co2 sensor replaced, headlight switch recalled and replaced, range mod sensor replaced twice, head gasket broken.…”
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.