Model year record

2004 Suzuki Verona recalls & problems

The 2004 Suzuki Verona has 5 safety recalls and 155 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (94 complaints).

Recalls5safety recalls

Complaints155filed by owners

Crashes · fires7 · 1reported in complaints

Injuries · deaths5 · 0reported in complaints

Safety recalls

Exterior lightingJun 24, 2014

Headlights

Recall 14V36300025,899 vehicles

Problem: 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.

Exterior lightingJan 28, 2005

Brake lights › Switch

Recall 05V02200037,796 vehicles

Problem: 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 APPLICATION, WITH THE IGNITION SWITCH IN THE ON OR OFF POSITION.
Risk: IF THE BRAKE LIGHTS REMAIN ON CONTINUOUSLY WHILE DRIVING,A FOLLOWING DRIVER MAY NOT KNOW WHEN YOUR BRAKES HAVE BEEN APPLIED, AND A REAR-END CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. THIS CONDITION MAY ALSO DISCHARGE THE VEHICLE'S BATTERY, AND, THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH, CRUISE CONTROL AND TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM, IF EQUIPPED, WILL BECOME DISABLED.
Fix: 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, gasolineAug 13, 2004

Delivery

Recall 04V39600016,488 vehicles

Problem: 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.
Risk: ENGINE STALLING COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Fix: 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 bagsOct 29, 2003

Frontal

Recall 03V4260007,797 vehicles

Problem: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER CARS, THE DUAL STAGE DRIVER'S AIR BAG DEPLOYS IN AN IMPROPER SEQUENCE.
Risk: IF THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG DEPLOYS IMPROPERLY DURING A FRONTAL VEHICLE CRASH, THE DRIVER COULD BE SEVERELY INJURED OR KILLED.
Fix: 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. THERE ARE NO OWNER NOTIFICATIONS NECESSARY FOR THE FORENZA MODEL VEHICLES. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.

Seat beltsSep 8, 2003

Front › Buckle assembly

Recall 03V3330004,548 vehicles

Problem: CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE A MISLOCATED SENSOR IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY. THIS CONDITION CAN PREVENT THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT TONGUE FROM BEING INSERTED INTO THE BUCKLE.
Risk: IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, A SEAT OCCUPANT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY RESTRAINED INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY.
Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 4, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2004 Suzuki Verona 4-DR.

OverallNot Rated

Frontal crash	Not Rated
Side crash	Not Rated
Rollover	Not Rated

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Verona

20mpg combined

City / highway	17 / 25 mpg
Fuel	Regular Gasoline

2.5 L · 6 cyl · Automatic 4-spd · Front-Wheel Drive · about $3,350/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem area	Complaints	Crashes	Fires	Injuries	Typical mileage*
Engine and engine coolingEngine; Engine › Gasoline	94	1	1	1	3,000 mi
Electrical systemIgnition; Wiring › Fuses and circuit breakers	23	1	1	0	4,700 mi
Fuel system, gasolineFuel injection system; Delivery	20	0	0	0	5,000 mi
Vehicle speed controlCruise control; Accelerator pedal	19	1	0	0	3,688 mi
Power trainAutomatic transmission; Automatic transmission › Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)	17	1	0	1	15,272 mi
Seat beltsRear/other; Front › Buckle assembly	10	0	0	0	2,400 mi
Service brakes, hydraulicAntilock/traction control/electronic limited slip; Foundation components › Master cylinder	9	0	0	0	49,663 mi
Exterior lightingTail lights; Brake lights	9	1	0	0	34,000 mi
Engine	8	0	0	0	97,000 mi
Air bagsFrontal	5	2	0	3	9,000 mi
EquipmentAppliance › Air conditioner; Electrical	4	1	0	0	—
Unknown or other	4	0	0	0	—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Engine
The contact's fiancÃ© 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 passengerâs 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…
Aug 5, 2022 · 180,500 miles
Engine
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.
Oct 8, 2019 · 144,000 miles
Engine
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 SUZUKI VERONA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 15 MPH AND PULLING IN A PARKING LOT, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT RESTARTED THE VEHICLE AND TRAVELED 15 FEET BEFORE IT STALLED AGAIN. THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED FOR THE THIRD TIME AND DROVE NORMALLY. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED SIX OTHER TIMES. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 80,000.
Aug 6, 2016 · 80,000 miles
Engine
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 SUZUKI VERONA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING AT APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE EMC NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 04V396000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 195,000. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE.
Apr 11, 2016 · 195,000 miles
Fuel/propulsion system
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 SUZUKI VERONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT 70 MPH, THE SERVICE ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE ON THE FIRST ATTEMPT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC TO BE DIAGNOSED. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE ECM (ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE) NEEDED TO BE REPROGRAMMED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 04V396000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 195,000.
Apr 26, 2016 · 195,000 miles
Electronic stability control (esc)
I HAVE GAS TANK CRACKED OR LEAKED CLOSE TO A REAR AND LEFT WHEEL TIRE INCLUDE GAS SMELL AND EVAP LEAKS. I HAVE A PROBLEM WHEN FILLING GAS STOP TRIGGER.
Feb 15, 2016 · 59,000 miles
Electrical system
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 SUZUKI VERONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS WOULD INTERMITTENTLY FAIL. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V262000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING) AND CONTACTED THE MANUFACTURER. THE MANUFACTURER WAS UNDER LIQUIDATION AND WAS NOT ABLE TO HONOR THE RECALL REPAIR AT A LOCAL DEALER DUE TO A LACK OF DEALERS IN THE CONTACT'S STATE. THE CLOSEST DEALER TO THE CONTACT WAS OVER 120 MILES FROM HIS RESIDENCE. THE CONTACT WAS NOT COMFORTABLE DRIVING THE VEHICLE THAT FAR DUE TO THE POTENTIAL RISK OF A FIRE ERUPTING IN THE VEHICLE FROM THE HEADLIGHT FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT IF HE WANTED THE VEHICLE REPAIRED, HE WOULD HAVE TO…
Jun 1, 2015 · 74,000 miles
Unknown or other
I SHOULD HAVE DONE MY HOMEWORK BEFORE PURCHASING THIS VEHICLE. I BOUGHT IT FROM DEALERSHIP, AND FEEL FINDING OUT MORE , WHY ARE THESE CARS ALOUD TO STILL BE SOLD. I HAVE HAD NOTHING BUT PROBLEMS SINCE DAY ONE WITH ACCELERATING. CONSTANTLY STALLING AND BUCKING. I READ HOW THUS HAS BEEN AN ISSUE WITH THIS TYPE OF CAR SINCE DAY 1. THE DEALERSHIP WOULD ONLY DO ONE MINOR REPAIR AND REFUSED TO HELP WITH ANYTHING ELSE, AS IT WAS SOLD AS IS. I HAD A MECHANIC HOOK IT UP AND FOUND 12 TRANSMISSION CODES!!!! I AM A SINGLE MOTHER OR 2/CHILDREN AND FEAR FOR OUR SAFETY EVERY TIME WE GET IN THIS CAR. I SO WISH I NEVER PURCHASED THIS VEHICLE. BUT NOW ITS TOO LATE, I STILL OWE MONEY AND CAN'T AFFORD ANOTHER…
Oct 30, 2014 · 49,000 miles

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.