Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 8 | −89% | 2 | Transmission | Good |
| 2005 | 53 | −51% | 2 | Airbag | Good |
| 2004 | 155 | 6.0× | 5 | Engine | Avoid |
* Complaints compared with the median Verona year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Suzuki Verona problems
Latest Suzuki Verona recalls
Exterior lighting › Headlights
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.
Remedy: 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.
Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Pump
On certain passenger vehicles, the power steering pump pulley May separate from the power steering pump due to inadequate wall thickness of the pulley.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the power steering pump pulley and, if necessary, replace it. The recall began on December 1, 2005. Owners May contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.
Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch
On certain passenger vehicles, the brake light switch May become misadjusted if an upward/rearward force is applied to the brake pedal. If this should occur, the brake light switch will not function properly, causing the brake lights, including the high mounted stop lamp, to remain illuminated continuously without brake pedal…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake light switch free of charge. The recall began on March 16, 2005. Owners May contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery
In certain passenger vehicles, a fault in the adaptive fuel control logic can cause some vehicles to use air/fuel ratios during deceleration that are lean enough to cause engine stalling.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the electronic control module (ECM) on affected vehicles. The recall began on September 14, 2004. Owners should contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.
Air bags › Frontal
On certain passenger cars, the dual stage driver's air bag deploys in an improper sequence.
Remedy: Dealers will install an adapting wiring harness. Owner notification began on October 30, 2003, to verona vehicle owners. All forenza vehicles were repaired at the port of entry.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Suzuki Verona should you avoid?
2004 — this year has the most complaints relative to other Verona years at the same age, led by engine & cooling problems in the 2004.
What is the best year for the Suzuki Verona?
2006 has the fewest complaints compared with other Verona years at the same age, followed by 2005. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Suzuki Verona problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the engine & cooling (92), electrical system (37) and fuel & propulsion system (31). Engine complaints peak in the 2004 model year.
How many recalls has the Suzuki Verona had?
6 recalls across 2004–2006. The model year with the most is 2004. See all Suzuki Verona recalls by year.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.