2007 Suzuki Forenza Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Forenza years
- More complaints than other years 2nd of 5 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 256 complaints with NHTSA about the 2007 Suzuki Forenza. That ranks 2nd out of 5 Forenza model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is power train (129 complaints, 50%), typically at around 58,000 miles. Complaints mention 12 crashes, 25 fires, 10 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 256owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 12complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2007 Suzuki Forenza problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train problems | 129 | 50% | 58,000 | “range sensor” (48%) | $370 |
| Electrical System problems | 51 | 20% | 65,000 | “transmission range” (20%) | — |
| Air Bags | 37 | 14% | 41,200 | — | — |
| Engine | 24 | 9% | 75,475 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 20 | 8% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 17 | 7% | 70,000 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 17 | 7% | 37,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 16 | 6% | 66,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 14 | 5% | 54,000 | — | — |
| Structure | 12 | 5% | 30,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 8 | 3% | 60,379 | — | — |
| Steering | 7 | 3% | 53,500 | — | — |
| Tires | 7 | 3% | 34,500 | — | — |
| Suspension | 6 | 2% | 70,285 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 5 | 2% | 46,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 3 | 1% | 49,837 | — | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 1% | 52,323 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 1% | 92,500 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 1% | 68,203 | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 1% | 86,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 | 1% | 46,150 | — | — |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 0% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Electric | 1 | 0% | 70,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2007 Suzuki Forenza recalls (2)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Exterior lighting:headlights
Problem: 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 which could melt the headlamp switch or the DRL module.
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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 this recall is XA.
Seat belts:front:buckle assembly
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, the front seat belt tongue will not latch into the buckle and, in rare cases, even the locked tongue will pop out by low stretching force. If the buckle does not latch completely, the buckle could release without pressing the release button.
Risk: These buckle malfunctions, which could prevent a person from using the seat belt or could cause the seat belt to fail to function as designed, can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the front driver and passenger seat belt buckles with the improved part free of charge. The recall began on august 31, 2007. Owners may contact suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
Air Bag light came on in the Dash, also passenger seat belt not on light came on in the clock. I took the car to Planet Automotive Group here in Charlotte, they ran a Diagnostic on the vehicle and found a b1448 code for passenger seat mat defect. I called the manufacture at [XXX] talked to a person…
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 suzuki forenza. While the vehicle was stationary, the high beam headlights failed to turn on when prompted. There were no warning indicators illuminated. A dealer and the manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000. The…
Passenger airbag off light is on even with passenger in seat. I am surprise there is not a recall for this problem which can lead to serious injury and even fatalities. Suzuki issued a recall for the grand vitaras. This is down right pathetic and is a slap in the face to their customers. I will…
Car was traveling between 40-45mph, on a major two lane road. Pavement was wet. Car in front stopped fast, suzuki rear ended that vehicle. Driver only occupant in car suzuki-air bag did not deploy. Front of car crushed back to engine, engine mount broken.
The car lost power suddenly after stopping for a traffic signal. Check engine light came on. Engine never stopped running but would not go faster than about 20mph. Transmission upshifted and down shifted. Orb error codes where p2110, p2106, and p161b. No other codes where stored. It has happened…
Other Suzuki Forenza years
← 2006 Forenza · 2008 Forenza →
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2008 Forenza | 152 | 1 |
| 2007 | 256 | 2 |
| 2006 Forenza | 280 | 4 |
| 2005 Forenza | 156 | 3 |
| 2004 Forenza | 63 | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2007 Suzuki Forenza?
Owners most often report power train, electrical system, air bags problems. The top one, power train, accounts for 129 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2007 Suzuki Forenza?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2007 Suzuki Forenza a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Forenza model years, the 2007 has more complaints than most years. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.