Most common 2005 Suzuki Verona problems
Share of the 53 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Suzuki Verona complaints by model year
Best Verona years: 2006, 2005. Years to avoid: 2004. Compare all years →
2005 Suzuki Verona recalls (2)
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.
What 2005 Suzuki Verona owners say
Air bags
I rear ended a completely stopped vehicle doing approximately 45mph. My head hit the steering wheel and then the windshield causing me to suffer a laceration of my eye, multiple facial bruising, concussion, temporarily knocked out, when I woke up I was paralyzed from the waist up for approximately 15 minutes. My air bags did not deploy. This crash is as frontal of a crash as you can get and I assure you the speed was 40-45 and that the collision was severe.. The Suzuki manual says airbags will deploy on frontal or near frontal collisions at 9mph -- 13mpg if you hit something that wont move, but if you hit a parked car the airbags require you to be slightly over that for air bag deployment. I researched this and Suzuki recalled 5 models in 2005 for defective airbags, 2 models in another country were recalled due to faulty airbags. …
My mother was going out to pay a bill ,even that she was 80 with should not have happen. She was traveling down the road at 45 miles she ran off the side of the road and her car flip and ran in a tree the air bag never came out , we fill like if the air bag had of came out she would still be with us today . The loss is very upsetting . I would like someone to check on a recall for the airbag recall
Engine & cooling
Tl* the contact owned a 2005 Suzuki Verona. After shutting off the engine, flames started to emit from the engine compartment. The fire department was contacted and the flames were extinguished. A police report was filed and the vehicle was deemed destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.
I purchased the 2004 Suzuki Verona last year from a third party. The engine stalls in the middle of the street. It completely stops. Last year it stopped completely and would not turn on. Luckily no cars were behind me. I had to call the tow truck and fix it. The problem was with the fuel injection. I went online and checked for recall. There were recalls for the engine stall but only for 2004. The corporate office informed me that since it was a 2005 year, they cannot fix the problem. I spent almost $700 and now the problem started arising again last Saturday. The engine almost stalled. I called the corporate office again and after giving my VIN # they said that no recall have been listed with that VIN number. They even said that here were no other recall for that year and make which I know is not true. …
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. Approximately 1 month ago we experienced a slight odor like something electrical was burning. Recently, we noticed 1) That the Daytime Running Lights glow at first and gradually reach full intensity. 2) When switching from low headlights to high beams, all headlights go completely out for about 6 seconds before coming on gradually. Because Suzuki automobiles are no longer sold in the United States, the nearest support dealer is located 150 miles away. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Suzuki Verona. The contact stated that after shutting the engine off, flames started to emit from the engine compartment. The fire department was contacted and the fire was extinguished. The contact indicated that a police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 70,000.
2005 Suzuki Verona engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 18 / 25 / 21 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2005 Suzuki Verona a good car?
Based on 53 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2005 Verona rates better than average: 51% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Verona at the same age. It is one of the best Verona years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2005 Suzuki Verona?
The air bags — 13 complaints, 25% of all complaints for this model year, most often about frontal. Next are the engine & cooling (12) and electrical system (11).
How many recalls does the 2005 Suzuki Verona have?
There are 2 recalls for the 2005 Suzuki Verona, the most recent from June 24, 2014 (headlights). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer — check whether yours has been done with the VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Suzuki Verona?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2006 and 2005. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2004. See the full Suzuki Verona years comparison.
At what mileage do 2005 Suzuki Verona problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 68,000 miles; 43% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.