Suzuki Verona Problems by Year
NHTSA has 216 owner complaints and 6 safety recalls on file for the Suzuki Verona, across 3 model years (2004–2006). The 2004 model year has the most complaints (155). The most reported problem area overall is engine and engine cooling.

Suzuki Verona years to avoid? What the complaint data shows
No Verona model year stands out with more than twice the complaints of a typical year.
Model years with the most complaints
- 2004 Verona: 155 complaints, 5 recalls
- 2005 Verona: 53 complaints, 2 recalls
- 2006 Verona: 8 complaints, 2 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 Verona problems (all years)
| Problem area | Complaints | Model years | Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 80 | 2 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 37 | 3 | 1 |
| Power Train | 31 | 3 | 1 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 22 | 2 | 0 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 22 | 3 | 1 |
| Air Bags | 18 | 2 | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 14 | 2 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 14 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 12 | 3 | 0 |
| Seat Belts | 12 | 2 | 0 |
| Equipment | 6 | 2 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Tires | 5 | 3 | 0 |
| Seats | 4 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 4 | 3 | 0 |
| Suspension | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel System, Other | 3 | 1 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 2 | 2 | 0 |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 1 | 0 |
Suzuki Verona problems by model year
Problem areas with enough reports for their own page.
All Suzuki Verona model years
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Crash rating | Top problem | Compared with other years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 Verona | 8 | 2 | — | Power Train | |
| 2005 Verona | 53 | 2 | — | Air Bags | |
| 2004 Verona | 155 | 5 | — | Engine and Engine Cooling |
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Frequently asked questions
Which Suzuki Verona years should you stay away from?
No year stands out at twice the typical count; the most complaints are for 2004 (155), 2005 (53), 2006 (8). 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 Verona?
Engine and Engine Cooling, with 80 complaints across 2 model years.
How many recalls does the Suzuki Verona have?
6 safety recalls across all model years. Each model year page lists its recalls and fixes.