2005 SUZUKI FORENZA
3 recalls, 223 complaints - 24 TSBs
14V262000 May 19, 2014
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Defect Description
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 whi... Read more
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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 thi... Read more
12V397000 Aug 14, 2012
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
Defect Description
Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 Forenza and model year 2005-2006 Reno vehicles manufactured from September 23, 2003, through March 7, 2006. Increased resistance due to poor contact between the terminals of certain wires can generate heat that can melt the splice pack used to connec... Read more
Consequence
If the headlamps fail to function, this will lead to reduced driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Suzuki will notify owners, and Suzuki dealers will reconnect the affected wires with two heat-shrink crimps, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 25, 2012. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-877-697-8985.
07V452000 Sep 25, 2007
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, HEADLAMP LOW BEAM OR DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHT (DRL) FUNCTION MAY BE INOPERATIVE DUE TO A MELTED SPLICE PACK ON THE WIRING HARNESS.
Consequence
INAPPROPRIATE LIGHTING COULD REDUCE VISIBILITY OF VEHICLES AND INCREASE THE POTENTIAL FOR A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL SPLICE THE POWER CIRCUIT WIRES FOR THE LOW-BEAM HEADLAMPS AND DRL FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL WILL BE MAILED IN THREE PHASES, STARTING AT THE END OF OCTOBER 2007 AND CONCLUDING BY THE END OF JANUARY 2008;. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.
Complaint Statistics
223 total complaints
6 crashes 12 fires 12 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 32 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 28 |
| AIR BAGS | 26 |
| POWER TRAIN | 16 |
| ENGINE | 12 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 12 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE | 10 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 8 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 6 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 6 |
POWER TRAIN
Feb 3, 2021
Incident date: Oct 31, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 37 MPH, THE GEAR SHIFTER INDEPENDENTLY SHIFTED FROM DRIVE TO REVERSE CAUSING THE FRONT WHEELS TO LOCKED UP AND THE VEHICLE TO STALL. THE CONTACT SHIFTED THE VEHICLE INTO PARK, RESTARTED THE VEHICLE, AND SHIFTED BACK INTO DR... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dec 3, 2020
Incident date: May 25, 2020
MY LIGHTS DO NOT WORK. THE LEFT HEAD LIGHT DIMS OR DOESNT WORK AT ALL AND THE RIGHT HEAD LIGHT IS COMPLETELY BROKEN. IVE CHANGED BULBS MULTIPLE TIMES AND STILL NOTHING. IF I PUT ON MY BLINKER WHILE DRIVING IT WILL CUT OFF THE ONE LIGHT THAT KIND OF WORKS. USING MY BRIGHTS WHILE ON THE ROAD MAY CUT M... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Sep 10, 2020
Incident date: Sep 8, 2020
TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR MALFUNCTION. CAR WON'T ACCELERATE OR GO ABOVE 1ST GEAR. $160 TO REPLACE. KNOWN ISSUE WITH THIS VEHICLE.
ENGINE
Sep 10, 2020
Incident date: Sep 8, 2020
TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR MALFUNCTION. CAR WON'T ACCELERATE OR GO ABOVE 1ST GEAR. $160 TO REPLACE. KNOWN ISSUE WITH THIS VEHICLE.
POWER TRAIN
Apr 26, 2019
Incident date: Apr 15, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. WHEN THE CONTACT PARKED THE VEHICLE AND REMOVED THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION IT IS HOT, THE VEHICLE WOULD SLIP OUT OF PARK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AMERICA'S MOTOR SPORTS (930 8TH AVE S, NASHVILLE, TN 37203, (615) 834-8990) FOR REPAIRS. AFTER THE REPAIR, THE... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Apr 26, 2019
Incident date: Apr 15, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. WHEN THE CONTACT PARKED THE VEHICLE AND REMOVED THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION IT IS HOT, THE VEHICLE WOULD SLIP OUT OF PARK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AMERICA'S MOTOR SPORTS (930 8TH AVE S, NASHVILLE, TN 37203, (615) 834-8990) FOR REPAIRS. AFTER THE REPAIR, THE... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 26, 2019
Incident date: Apr 15, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. WHEN THE CONTACT PARKED THE VEHICLE AND REMOVED THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION IT IS HOT, THE VEHICLE WOULD SLIP OUT OF PARK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AMERICA'S MOTOR SPORTS (930 8TH AVE S, NASHVILLE, TN 37203, (615) 834-8990) FOR REPAIRS. AFTER THE REPAIR, THE... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Sep 24, 2018
Incident date: Sep 17, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS STARTED, THE HEADLAMPS FAILED TO ILLUMINATE. THE CONTACT CONTINUED DRIVING HOME USING THE FOG LAMPS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR DIAGNOSTIC TESTING. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NO... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Apr 12, 2018
Incident date: Jan 1, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER WHILE DRIVING THROUGH AN INTERSECTION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ALSO EXPERIENCED AN ISSUE WITH STARTING. THE DEALER (GERMAIN TOYOTA OF NAPLES, 13315 TAMIAMI TRAIL N, NAPLES... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 12, 2018
Incident date: Jan 1, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER WHILE DRIVING THROUGH AN INTERSECTION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ALSO EXPERIENCED AN ISSUE WITH STARTING. THE DEALER (GERMAIN TOYOTA OF NAPLES, 13315 TAMIAMI TRAIL N, NAPLES... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 12, 2018
Incident date: Jan 1, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A COMPLETE LOSS OF POWER WHILE DRIVING THROUGH AN INTERSECTION. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE ALSO EXPERIENCED AN ISSUE WITH STARTING. THE DEALER (GERMAIN TOYOTA OF NAPLES, 13315 TAMIAMI TRAIL N, NAPLES... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mar 9, 2018
Incident date: Nov 1, 2017
I'M HAVING TROUBLE WITH THE ELETRICAL WIRING. I'VE NOTICED A SHORTNESS IN MY RADIO, ACCORDING BREAKS AND PRESSURE FOR THE CAR OVER HEATING WHEN STOPPING. HAD MY RADIATOR AND FANS REPLACED. BUT STILL HAVING ISSUES WITH CAR OVER HEATING. AND AC AND HEAT NOT WORKING WHEN TURNED ON. IF CLOSE THE DOOR OR... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Mar 9, 2018
Incident date: Nov 1, 2017
I'M HAVING TROUBLE WITH THE ELETRICAL WIRING. I'VE NOTICED A SHORTNESS IN MY RADIO, ACCORDING BREAKS AND PRESSURE FOR THE CAR OVER HEATING WHEN STOPPING. HAD MY RADIATOR AND FANS REPLACED. BUT STILL HAVING ISSUES WITH CAR OVER HEATING. AND AC AND HEAT NOT WORKING WHEN TURNED ON. IF CLOSE THE DOOR OR... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Mar 9, 2018
Incident date: Nov 1, 2017
I'M HAVING TROUBLE WITH THE ELETRICAL WIRING. I'VE NOTICED A SHORTNESS IN MY RADIO, ACCORDING BREAKS AND PRESSURE FOR THE CAR OVER HEATING WHEN STOPPING. HAD MY RADIATOR AND FANS REPLACED. BUT STILL HAVING ISSUES WITH CAR OVER HEATING. AND AC AND HEAT NOT WORKING WHEN TURNED ON. IF CLOSE THE DOOR OR... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Feb 21, 2018
Incident date: Oct 1, 2017
NOT SURE IF YOU CAN TELL US WHAT TO DO BUT WE BOUT A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA LAST APRIL FOR OUR 18 YEAR OLD FOR GRADUATION AND WE ONLY BOUT IT FOR $1200 AND WAS NEVER TOLD ABOUT A RECALL AT ALL. LONG STORY SHORT MY SON WAS ABOUT TO LEAVE ONE NIGHT AND WITHIN A MATTER OF MINUTES OF HIM LEAVING HE RUNS IN... Read more
Fire
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Feb 21, 2018
Incident date: Oct 1, 2017
NOT SURE IF YOU CAN TELL US WHAT TO DO BUT WE BOUT A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA LAST APRIL FOR OUR 18 YEAR OLD FOR GRADUATION AND WE ONLY BOUT IT FOR $1200 AND WAS NEVER TOLD ABOUT A RECALL AT ALL. LONG STORY SHORT MY SON WAS ABOUT TO LEAVE ONE NIGHT AND WITHIN A MATTER OF MINUTES OF HIM LEAVING HE RUNS IN... Read more
Fire
AIR BAGS
Feb 28, 2017
Incident date: Sep 1, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. THE PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAG INDICATOR REMAINED ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS NOT PROVIDED.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Feb 16, 2017
Incident date: Feb 16, 2017
I FILED A COMPLAINT LAST WEEK NUMBER 10949103 BUT DUE TO THE NHTSA RECALL WEBSITE PROBLEMS WAS NOT ABLE TO SEE THAT THERE IS A RECALL ON MY PROBLEM. SO I WILL BE TAKING IT IN FOR THE 3 RECALLS ON THIS CAR.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Feb 2, 2017
Incident date: Feb 1, 2017
I HAVE 2 SUZUKI FORENZAS OF THIS MODEL YEAR. ONE HAD A RECALL ON THE DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS (XA RECALL). ONE OF THE SYMPTOMS WAS THE HEADLIGHTS GOING OUT WHILE DRIVING AT NIGHT. FINALLY HAD IT DONE (HAD TO DRIVE 2 PLUS HOURS TO FIND A DEALER WHO COULD DO THIS BECAUSE OF IT'S ORPHAN STATUS). NOW ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 25, 2016
Incident date: Jul 8, 2016
I BOUGHT A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. I HAD NO IDEA THAT THESE CARS ARE SO HAZARDOUS. ON THE SECOND DAY AFTER MY PURCHASE, THE CAR SUDDENLY WENT INTO REVERSE ON THE HIGHWAY IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. I WAS LUCKY ENOUGH TO GET IT OUT OF REVERSE AND COAST TO THE SHOULDER. I HAVE SINCE FOUND OUT THIS IS AN ONGOI... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 25, 2016
Incident date: Jul 8, 2016
I BOUGHT A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. I HAD NO IDEA THAT THESE CARS ARE SO HAZARDOUS. ON THE SECOND DAY AFTER MY PURCHASE, THE CAR SUDDENLY WENT INTO REVERSE ON THE HIGHWAY IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. I WAS LUCKY ENOUGH TO GET IT OUT OF REVERSE AND COAST TO THE SHOULDER. I HAVE SINCE FOUND OUT THIS IS AN ONGOI... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 25, 2016
Incident date: Jul 8, 2016
I BOUGHT A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. I HAD NO IDEA THAT THESE CARS ARE SO HAZARDOUS. ON THE SECOND DAY AFTER MY PURCHASE, THE CAR SUDDENLY WENT INTO REVERSE ON THE HIGHWAY IN RUSH HOUR TRAFFIC. I WAS LUCKY ENOUGH TO GET IT OUT OF REVERSE AND COAST TO THE SHOULDER. I HAVE SINCE FOUND OUT THIS IS AN ONGOI... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 18, 2016
Incident date: May 1, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE ENGINE SHOOK FORCEFULLY. THE ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE'S OXYGEN SENSOR FAILED. THE CONTACT ASSUMED THE VEHICLE NEEDED A TUNE UP, SO HE HAD THE TUNE UP REPAIR PERFORMED ON TH... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jul 2, 2016
Incident date: Jul 2, 2016
2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. CAR HAS 78,000 MILES. MANUAL TRANSMISSION. TRANSMISSION JERKS, SLIPS AND IS NOW IS STUCK IN THE HIGHEST GEAR. WILL BARELY PULL OUT. THE PROBLEM STARTED WITH THE SLIPPING. THIS LEAD TO THE JERKING. THEN IS STARTED TO DOWN SHIFT VIOLENTLY WITH NO NOTICE THROWING YOU FORWARD. THES... Read more
AIR BAGS
Mar 23, 2016
Incident date: Mar 21, 2016
THE VEHICLE HAS SUFFERED FROM AN INTERMITTENT AIRBAG LIGHT FOR THE PAST 10K MILES BUT AT 110K MILES THE LIGHT HAS COME ON AND WILL NOT GO OFF. I HAVE ATTEMPTED SOME OF THE SUZUKI OWNERS RECOMMENDATIONS OF DISCONNECTING AND THEN RECONNECTING THE CONNECTORS UNDER THE SEATS TO NO AVAIL. THIS APPEARS ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Mar 16, 2016
Incident date: Mar 8, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE TRANSMISSION FAILED TO SHIFT WHICH PREVENTED THE VEHICLE FROM INCREASING SPEED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIAN DIAGNOSED THAT THE SHIFT CONTROL MODULE FAILED. ... Read more
STEERING
Jan 27, 2016
Incident date: Jan 20, 2016
UPLOAD FORWARDED
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jan 27, 2016
Incident date: Jan 20, 2016
UPLOAD FORWARDED
AIR BAGS
Jan 19, 2016
Incident date: Jan 7, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS FAILED TO DEPLOY. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED AND TOWED FROM THE SCENE. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE THROAT, LEFT WRIST, AND KNEE. MEDIC... Read more
Crash
1 injured
INTERIOR LIGHTING
Dec 4, 2015
Incident date: Feb 2, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HIGH BEAMS DID NOT WORK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 112,000......UPDATED 02/11/16 *BF THE CONSUMER STATED THE HAZARD L... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Dec 4, 2015
Incident date: Feb 2, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLIGHTS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HIGH BEAMS DID NOT WORK. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE ISSUE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 112,000......UPDATED 02/11/16 *BF THE CONSUMER STATED THE HAZARD L... Read more
AIR BAGS
Dec 3, 2015
Incident date: Jul 1, 2014
AIR BAG LIGHT STAYS ON SINCE 07-2014 APPROX. 55,000 MILES ON CAR AT THAT TIME. DEALER SAYS THAT THERE IS NOT A RECALL AND SUZUKI WILL NOT COVER UNDER WARRENTY, BUT THEY WILL BE HAPPY TO TAKE MY MONEY. THERE IS A SERVICE BULLETIN # TS050115B.ITS A SAFETY ISSUE THAT A LOT OF PEOPLE ARE HAVING.
POWER TRAIN
Nov 24, 2015
Incident date: May 1, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DEPRESSING THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL, THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT ACCELERATE OR WOULD HESITATE TO ACCELERATE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE TRANSMISSION BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED TO OCCUR. THE MANUFAC... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Oct 29, 2015
Incident date: Jul 15, 2015
2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE HEADLIGHTS REPAIR ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE HEADLIGHTS POINTED TOWARD THE GROUND AND DID NOT PROJECT ENOUGH LIGHT. *JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Oct 6, 2015
Incident date: Sep 5, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED, THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO REMOVE THE KEY FROM THE IGNITION AS IT REMAINED IN THE OFF POSITION. IN ADDITION, THE AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE FAILURE RECURRED ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR RE... Read more
TIRES
Sep 11, 2015
Incident date: Sep 6, 2015
DRIVING ON INTERSTATE AT 70 MPH LEFT REAR TIRE TREAD SEPARATED AND TIRE BLEW OUT.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jul 23, 2015
Incident date: Jul 22, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THERE WAS BURNING ODOR EMITTING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE UNDER THE HOOD, THE HEADLIGHTS, AND THE FLOORBOARD WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND DISCOVERED THAT THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE. THE CON... Read more
Fire
1 injured
ENGINE
Jul 23, 2015
Incident date: Jul 22, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THERE WAS BURNING ODOR EMITTING FROM THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE UNDER THE HOOD, THE HEADLIGHTS, AND THE FLOORBOARD WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT PULLED OVER AND DISCOVERED THAT THE VEHICLE CAUGHT FIRE. THE CON... Read more
Fire
1 injured
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jul 20, 2015
Incident date: Jun 18, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED INDEPENDENTLY AND HESITATED TO STOP. THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 168,000.
AIR BAGS
Jul 1, 2015
Incident date: Jan 28, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. WHILE STOPPED AT A STOP SIGN, ANOTHER VEHICLE CRASHED INTO THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE OF THE CONTACT'S VEHICLE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED INJURIES TO THE LEFT LEG, BACK, AND WAIST.THE CONTACT DID NOT RECEIVE MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE ... Read more
Crash
1 injured
ENGINE
Jun 17, 2015
Incident date: Aug 12, 2014
FUSE FOR ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM BLEW AND CAUSED THE RADIATOR TO BLOW INTO PIECES. REPLACED RADIATOR, REPLACED BOTH COOLING SYSTEM FANS, CHECKED RELAYS, 3 DIFFERENT MECHANICS HAVE LOOKED AT IT AND CANNOT FIGURE IT OUT. IT HAS GOTTEN SO BAD THAT NOW IT BLOWS THE COOLING SYSTEM FUSE AS SOON AS YOU TURN ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 17, 2015
Incident date: Aug 12, 2014
FUSE FOR ENGINE COOLING SYSTEM BLEW AND CAUSED THE RADIATOR TO BLOW INTO PIECES. REPLACED RADIATOR, REPLACED BOTH COOLING SYSTEM FANS, CHECKED RELAYS, 3 DIFFERENT MECHANICS HAVE LOOKED AT IT AND CANNOT FIGURE IT OUT. IT HAS GOTTEN SO BAD THAT NOW IT BLOWS THE COOLING SYSTEM FUSE AS SOON AS YOU TURN ... Read more
STEERING
Apr 29, 2015
Incident date: Apr 27, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. WHILE DRIVING AT 35 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL CAUGHT FIRE. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO EXTINGUISH THE FIRE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
Fire
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Apr 28, 2015
Incident date: Feb 5, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V262000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING), THE DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS BEGAN TO FLICKER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. T... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 28, 2015
Incident date: Feb 5, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER THE VEHICLE WAS BEING SERVICED UNDER NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V262000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING), THE DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS BEGAN TO FLICKER. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. T... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Apr 27, 2015
Incident date: Apr 24, 2015
SOME WIRES INSIDE THE SIGNAL SWITCH WERE MELTING A PLASTIC PIECE INSIDE STEERING WHEEL. IT BEGAN TO SMOKE AND THE LIGHTS ARE NOT WORKING PROPERLY. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Apr 27, 2015
Incident date: Apr 24, 2015
SOME WIRES INSIDE THE SIGNAL SWITCH WERE MELTING A PLASTIC PIECE INSIDE STEERING WHEEL. IT BEGAN TO SMOKE AND THE LIGHTS ARE NOT WORKING PROPERLY. *TR
STEERING
Apr 6, 2015
Incident date: Jun 10, 2010
TOOK THE CAR IN FOR THE STRUTS TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE THEY WERE LOOSE AND LETTING THE HANDLE UNSAFELY. THE LOCAL DEALER REPLACED THEM UNDER WARRANTY AND THE CAR DROVE BETTER. FAST FORWARD TO MARCH 2015, I CARRIED THE CAR IN FOR A DIFFERENT WARRANTY REPAIR BUT WASN'T TOLD THAT THE STRUTS WERE LOOSE A... Read more
SUSPENSION
Apr 6, 2015
Incident date: Jun 10, 2010
TOOK THE CAR IN FOR THE STRUTS TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE THEY WERE LOOSE AND LETTING THE HANDLE UNSAFELY. THE LOCAL DEALER REPLACED THEM UNDER WARRANTY AND THE CAR DROVE BETTER. FAST FORWARD TO MARCH 2015, I CARRIED THE CAR IN FOR A DIFFERENT WARRANTY REPAIR BUT WASN'T TOLD THAT THE STRUTS WERE LOOSE A... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Feb 19, 2015
Incident date: Feb 19, 2015
DEAR NHTSA - I REALLY APPRECIATE YOUR AGENCY IN THE US AND WORLD. YOU DO GREAT WORK FOR THE VALUE OF SAFETY! SO, I RECEIVED SAFETY RECALL NOTICE IN THE MAIL FROM SUZUKI AND I CALLED THE SUZUKI HEADQUARTERS TO FIND OUT WHERE/HOW TO GET IT FIXED. THEY TOLD ME TO CALL THIS 1 DEALER IN OAHU SINCE I AM... Read more
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EPA Fuel Economy, 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 28.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,850 |
| 2.0L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 20.0 | 27.0 | 22.0 | Regular | $2,850 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Compact Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2005 SUZUKI FORENZA
24 manufacturer communications from 20 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 4 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 3 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 3 |
| 141100 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE | 3 |
| 171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH | 1 |
| 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | 1 |
| 114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING | 1 |
| 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE | 1 |
SUZ_016008
Jul 8, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
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.
SUZ_016008
Jul 8, 2022
020000 SUSPENSION
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.
N-Q-G-045
Nov 20, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
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
N-Q-G-045
Nov 20, 2018
020000 SUSPENSION
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
SUZ_013175
May 18, 2016
220000 SEATS
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 (
SUZ_013175
May 18, 2016
141000 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
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 (
TS-30-06263
Aug 8, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
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
TS-09-03129R
Aug 1, 2009
103500 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
SUZUKI VEHICLES: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER IS LOOSE IN THE SHIFT GATE AND/OR IGNITION KEY CANNOT BE REMOVED. THE TRANSMISSION GEAR SHIFT LEVER DOES NOT HOLD FIRMLY TO THE LEFT OF THE SHIFT GAGE AS EXPECTED. *PE
TS-09-03129R
Aug 1, 2009
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SUZUKI VEHICLES: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER IS LOOSE IN THE SHIFT GATE AND/OR IGNITION KEY CANNOT BE REMOVED. THE TRANSMISSION GEAR SHIFT LEVER DOES NOT HOLD FIRMLY TO THE LEFT OF THE SHIFT GAGE AS EXPECTED. *PE
TS0601238
Jan 1, 2008
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
REQUIRED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE. MY 2004-2008 FORENZ SEDAN/WAGON, RENO (RQ420). *NJ
TS0501158
Jan 1, 2008
141100 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
AIRBAG LIGHT ON; DTC B1378 (DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG RESISTANCE TOO HIGH) AND/OR DTC B1382 (PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG RESISTANCE TOO HIGH). FORENZA, SEDAN/WAGON, RENO (RQ420) 2005-2006. VIN(S) -6K425022. *NJ
0812177
Dec 1, 2007
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
P0441 OR P0496 (EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM CONTINUOUS PURGE FLOW). *NJ
0603215
May 10, 2005
171100 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
DRIVER DOOR LOCK TUMBLER FALLS INTO DOOR WHEN THE KEY IS INSERTED. *EH
1001257
Apr 2, 2007
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN WATER PUMP PULLEY INSPECTION. *KB
0808106
Oct 26, 2006
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM CONTINUOUS PURGE FLOW. ECM SOFTWARE COULD CAUSE UNNECESSARY ILLUMINATION OF THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP. SUZUKI. *KB
0512234
Feb 15, 2006
141100 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
PASSENGER AIR BAG SENSING SYSTEM. PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF LIGHT ON WHEN IF SHOULD BE OFF. *TT
0312234
Feb 15, 2006
141100 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
PASSENGER AIR BAG SENSING SYSTEM. PASSENGER AIR BAG OFF LIGHT ON WHEN IF SHOULD BE OFF. *TT
0311075
Jan 5, 2006
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
DTC P0703 EXPLAINED. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION DTC P0703 IS PRESENT. ALL FORENZA MODELS. SUZUKI. *TT
0610245
Nov 8, 2005
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
OIL LEAK FROM DRAIN PLUG. *TT
0808115
Oct 21, 2005
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
WIRE HARNESS INSULATION DAMAGE BEHIND THE LEFT FRONT FENDER LINER. *TT
0306035
Oct 12, 2005
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
VEHICLES WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A HIGH IDLE (2000+R.P.M.) FOR UP TO TEN SECONDS WHEN COMING TO A STOP WITH THE CLUTCH RELEASED. *TT
0208055
Sep 12, 2005
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
HARSH 4TH TO 3RD AUTOMATIC DOWNSHIFT AND UNWANTED P1884 DTC. 2004 SUZUKI RENO-RQ420 *SC
0605115R
Aug 16, 2005
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
DRIVER DOOR LOCK TUMBLER FALLS INTO DOOR WHEN THE KEY IS INSERTED. 2004-2005 SUZUKI FORENZA SEDAN/WAGON AND RENO-RQ420. *SC
0205135
Aug 16, 2005
020000 SUSPENSION
NOISE FROM THE FRONT STABILIZER BAR BUSHINGS. 2004-2005 SUZUKI/FORENZA SEDAN/WAGON AND RENO. *SC
NHTSA Safety Investigations, SUZUKI FORENZA
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE07039
Opened: Jul 24, 2007 , Closed: Oct 2, 2007
HEADLIGHT / DRL MALFUNCTION
ON SEPTEMBER 25, 2007, SUZUKI NOTIFIED THE AGENCY THAT IT WILL RECALL MODEL YEARS 2004 -2006 FORENZA AND RENO VEHICLES TO CORRECT A DEFECT THAT CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF HEADLIGHT AND/OR DRL FUNCTION.THIS RECALL AFFECTS 93,963 VEHICLES.NHTSA ASSIGNED NUMBER 07V-452 FOR THIS RECALL.NHTSA'S INVESTIGATION ... Read more
SUZUKI FORENZA - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the SUZUKI FORENZA across all model years (2004, 2008).
15
Total Recalls
1,360
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
73
Reported Crashes
85
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths