2004 Suzuki Verona Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Verona years
- Not enough data 1st of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 5 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 155 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Suzuki Verona. That is the most of any Verona model year in the database (3 years). The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (71 complaints, 46%), typically at around 6,504 miles. Complaints mention 7 crashes, 1 fire, 5 injuries. There are 5 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 155owner complaints
- 5safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 7complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2004 Suzuki Verona 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling problems | 71 | 46% | 6,504 | “pe04062 cat” (21%) | — |
| Electrical System | 23 | 15% | 4,700 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 19 | 12% | 5,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 19 | 12% | 3,688 | — | — |
| Power Train | 17 | 11% | 15,272 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 10 | 6% | 2,400 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 | 6% | 34,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | 6% | 49,663 | — | — |
| Engine | 8 | 5% | 97,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 5 | 3% | 9,000 | — | — |
| Equipment | 4 | 3% | 11,200 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 3% | 84,500 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 4 | 3% | 27,500 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 2% | 78,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Other | 3 | 2% | 42,400 | — | — |
| Seats | 3 | 2% | 51,957 | — | — |
| Suspension | 3 | 2% | 33,525 | — | — |
| Tires | 3 | 2% | 19,525 | — | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Steering | 1 | 1% | 5,000 | — | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 1% | 1,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2004 Suzuki Verona recalls (5)
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 2004-2006 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 lighting:brake lights:switch
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, gasoline:delivery
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 bags:frontal
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 belts:front:buckle assembly
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.
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.
The contact's fiancé 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Other Suzuki Verona years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 Verona | 8 | 2 |
| 2005 Verona | 53 | 2 |
| 2004 | 155 | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2004 Suzuki Verona?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, electrical system, fuel system, gasoline problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 71 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Suzuki Verona?
Yes, 5 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2004 Suzuki Verona a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Verona model years, the 2004 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.