2005 Suzuki Verona Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Verona years
- Not enough data 2nd of 3 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 2 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 53 complaints with NHTSA about the 2005 Suzuki Verona. That ranks 2nd out of 3 Verona model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (13 complaints, 25%), typically at around 76,500 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 4 fires, 4 injuries. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year.
- 53owner complaints
- 2safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2005 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 13 | 25% | 76,500 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 11 | 21% | 60,114 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 17% | 33,464 | — | — |
| Power Train | 7 | 13% | 80,084 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 5 | 9% | 87,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 8% | 49,114 | — | — |
| Engine | 3 | 6% | 115,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 6% | 115,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 3 | 6% | 96,850 | — | — |
| Equipment | 2 | 4% | 21,813 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 4% | 41,000 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 4% | 114,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 4% | 84,425 | — | — |
| Steering | 2 | 4% | 250 | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 4% | 58,500 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 4% | 42,057 | — | — |
| Seats | 1 | 2% | 10,868 | — | — |
| Suspension | 1 | 2% | 5,327 | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 2% | 250 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 2% | — | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2005 Suzuki Verona 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 2004-2006 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.
Steering:hydraulic power assist:pump
Problem: On certain passenger vehicles, the power steering pump pulley may separate from the power steering pump due to inadequate wall thickness of the pulley.
Risk: This condition can cause the power steering pump drive belt to disconnect resulting in heavy steering, and can lead to engine overheating or to battery discharge and engine stall.
Fix: Dealers will inspect the power steering pump pulley and, if necessary, replace it. The recall began on december 1, 2005. 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.
This issue pertains to Safety Recall Notice No. XC - All 2004-2006 Suzuki Verona Vehicles - DRL System. Please note, the vehicle manufacturer provided documentation service was performed and the DRL Module (part 38860-84Z21-RX0) was replaced at mileage 49470. My wife and I are the original owner…
Vehicle drives normal then brakes lock up causing tires to skid to sudden stop killing the engine at random times and random speeds then starts right back up then does it again at a random time. *tr
Scott was traveling on a highway and attempted to exit the highway; however, as he attempted to brake, he noticed h was not slowing down, and that it appeared that his brakes has given out. He was able to safely slow down the vehicle and pull to the shoulder. He observed a small amount of smoke…
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 suzuki verona. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign number: 14v363000 (exterior lighting). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Freedom powersports (1205 n futrall dr, fayetteville, ar) was…
1-airbag red warning light all way stay on. 2-passenger airbag off yellow light all way stay on event my uncle seat on.(220lbs)
Other Suzuki Verona years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2006 Verona | 8 | 2 |
| 2005 | 53 | 2 |
| 2004 Verona | 155 | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Suzuki Verona?
Owners most often report air bags, electrical system, engine and engine cooling problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 13 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2005 Suzuki Verona?
Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2005 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 2005 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.