Suzuki Reno Problems by Year
NHTSA has 173 owner complaints and 4 safety recalls on file for the Suzuki Reno, across 5 model years (2004–2008). The 2006 model year has the most complaints (63). The most reported problem area overall is power train.
Suzuki Reno years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Reno model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2006 Reno: 63 complaints, 4 recalls
- 2007 Reno: 55 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2005 Reno: 32 complaints, 3 recalls
Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold or how long each year has been on the road, so newer and less popular years naturally have fewer complaints. Use them to spot problem patterns, not as a safety ranking.
Most common Suzuki Reno problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 66 | 4 | 0 |
| Air Bags | 48 | 4 | 3 |
| Electrical System | 31 | 4 | 0 |
| Exterior Lighting | 25 | 4 | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 20 | 4 | 1 |
| Engine | 14 | 4 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 11 | 3 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 6 | 3 | 1 |
| Tires | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Suspension | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Visibility | 1 | 1 | 0 |
All Suzuki Reno model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Reno | 23 | 1 | — | Power Train | Far fewer complaints than other years |
| 2007 Reno | 55 | 2 | — | Power Train | More complaints than other years |
| 2006 Reno | 63 | 4 | — | Power Train | More complaints than other years |
| 2005 Reno | 32 | 3 | — | Air Bags | Fewer complaints than other years |
| 2004 Reno | 0 | 1 | — | — |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Suzuki Reno years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2006 (63), 2007 (55), 2005 (32). Counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, and newer years have had less time to collect complaints.
What is the biggest problem with the Suzuki Reno?
Power Train, with 66 complaints across 4 model years.
How many recalls does the Suzuki Reno have?
4 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.