Engine complaints by model year
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (engine, cooling system, oil leaks, timing chain, exhaust).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
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. …
The contact's fianc owns a 2004 Suzuki Verona. The contact stated that on multiple occasions after starting the vehicle, the engine was lagging and then revved inadvertently. The contact also stated that while driving at various speeds and coming to a stop at a red light or stop sign, the vehicle stalled and lost motive power on multiple occasions. The vehicle was able to be restarted. Additionally, the contact stated that the driver's seat belt failed to latch, and the front passenger's side seat belt locked without movement. The check engine, air bag, seat belt, and oil warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the timing chain and lifters needed to be replaced. The mechanic was unable to duplicate the additional failures. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 Suzuki Verona. While driving, the check engine indicator illuminated and fifteen codes appeared as a text to her cellphone. The vehicle stalled, but the contact was able to restart the vehicle and drive home safely. Afterwards, when the vehicle was started, all the instrument panel indicators illuminated and the service indicator remained illuminated. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 144,000.
Frequently asked questions
Which Suzuki Verona years have engine problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2004 (79) and 2005 (12) model years. Engine complaints make up 51% of all complaints for the 2004.
Is there a recall for Suzuki Verona engine problems?
No. NHTSA lists no engine & cooling recall for any Suzuki Verona model year. A widespread problem may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin, so ask a dealer.
At what mileage do Suzuki Verona engine problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 16,000 miles; 69% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the engine (33 mentions), followed by the engine › gasoline (8).
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.