2004 Suzuki Aerio: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 14 owner complaints on record; most reports concern tires.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Jul 2007
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“The contact owns a 2004 Suzuki Aerio. The contact stated that the gear shifter was loose. The gear shifter was shifted, but the vehicle failed to respond. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 220,886.”Owner report · Power Train · Jan 2026
“Tech. Advised replace the gear shift cable improper (shape) of clip. Recall aug. 13, 2007. Filed wrong VIN number originally given #11109578 7/5/18”Owner report · Unknown Or Other · Jul 2018
“Tl*the contact owns a 2004 suzuki aerio. While driving approximately 40 mph, the check engine light illuminated and the vehicle hesitated. The vehicle would not restart. The wal-mart mechanic stated that the battery expanded and could explode. He tested the battery and stated that it was defective. The mechanic replaced the battery and stated that the cranks tested at 300, but should have been at 750. The engine light no longer illuminated when the battery was replaced. The contact paid $76 for the replacement and stated that the battery should last seven years. The current and failure mileages were 55,000.”Owner report · Electrical System · Nov 2007
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“My 2004 suzuki aerio sx's gas pedal will become trapped under the floormat if it's pressed to the floor. I've had this looked at by my dealer and I was told it was fixed. Nope, still does it. The problem is the retaining pin for the drivers floor mat is poorly made and doesn't keep the floormat in place allowing it to slide forward and jam the pedal down. Very exciting.*tr”Owner report · Equipment · Mar 2006
“I purchased my aerio oct 2004 and now march 2006 have had to replace all 4 tires 3 times this has been costly we have had it realigned several times and re-balanced but the tires still wear rapidly. *jb”Owner report · Tires · Mar 2006
“2004 suzuki aerio tires are suffering from premature wear. *mr the consumer was writing on the behalf of her mother. The rear toe on the vehicle had been adjusted. The problem may due to a manufacturing and or engineering defect. Tsb#0304145 the consumer requested reimbursement for the expenses associated with the defect. *sc *jb”Owner report · Suspension · May 2005
“I had the tires inspected less than 3 weeks ago when I had my oil changed. No major tread wear and they passed site inspection. I was exiting a construction zone going 35 mph when the rear drivers side tire blew out. By the time I was able to safely leave the road there was nothing left of the tire and I was driving on the rim. On inspection after tire was changed the passenger side rear tire was completely bald also and down to the threads”Owner report · Tires · Apr 2005
“While driving at any speed vehicle accelerated uncontrollably. Driver applied the brakes and the vehicle continued to accelerate. Vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection, but mechanic could not duplicate the problem at this time. *ak *bf *nm”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Jan 2004
When filing, owners marked a crash in 3 of these complaints and injuries in 1 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS, DUE TO IMPROPER SHAPE OF THE CLIP, THE RETAINING CLIP THAT KEEPS THE GEAR SHIFT CABLE ATTACHED TO THE GEAR SHIFT LEVER CAN CONTACT THE GEAR SHIFT LEVER HOUSING IF EXCESSIVE LATERAL FORCE IS APPLIED WHEN SHIFTING TO FIRST GEAR.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE GEAR SHIFT CABLE RETAINING CLIP WITH A CLIP THAT HAS A DIFFERENT SHAPE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 13, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AMERICAN SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.
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Is the 2004 Suzuki Aerio reliable?
NHTSA has 14 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 2004 Suzuki Aerio. The most complained-about area is tires.
Does the 2004 Suzuki Aerio have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning power train:manual transmission. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.