2006 Suzuki Aerio: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 27 owner complaints on record; most reports concern service brakes, hydraulic; the 2004 model year looks more trouble-free.
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 27 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 suzuki aerio. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, the front passenger side seat belt became abnormally tight and caused welts to the passenger's neck. The contact also noticed that the air bag warning light was illuminated continuously and a message that indicated that the passenger side air bag was deactivated. The problem recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and they were unable to reset the air bag light and informed the contact that the seat belts needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure and the approximate failure mileage was 47,000.”Owner report · Seat Belts · Jul 2014
“Tl* the contact owns a 2006 suzuki aerio. The contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph, the vehicle exhibited unintended acceleration which caused the engine rpms and the speed to increase. The contact indicated that the defect recurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The failure mileage was 29,403.”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Apr 2014
“The airbag light stays on and the 'passenger airbag off' light will not turn on. I see there are similar problems in other models from suzuki. *tr”Owner report · Air Bags · Jun 2012
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“Air bag light on dashboard stays on;when reported to dealership,I was advised that this indicates"air bags would not deploy in case of an accident";dealership(suzuki courtesy in pittsburgh pa)rejects any responsibility for defect and would not take care of this issue free of charge); never had any accidents with car,but if "air bags will not deploy"statement is correct,I am concerned for the safety of anyone driving this car in my household. I have found many similar complaints on the internet database and feel that NHTSA should look into this problem; current mileage;37000;car was purchased new in 2006. Thank you! *tr”Owner report · Air Bags · Sep 2011
“Tl*the contact owns a 2006 suzuki aerio. The contact took the vehicle in for an oil change; after the check engine light illuminated which the contact noticed while driving 50 mph. He took the vehicle to a mechanic who recommended that the engine area be cleaned. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were approximately 30,000.”Owner report · Engine And Engine Cooling · Oct 2010
“Suzuki aerio 2006. Steering wheel has become loose and can cause loss of control of vehicle. Dealer what me to pay for repair. I was told that some vitara's had the same problem. *tr”Owner report · Steering · May 2009
“Airbag warning light stays on. Purchase this vehicle new in 2006. Dealer refuses to repair, no warranty to cover defects. Thought that this problem were isolated, but is very wide spread. *tr”Owner report · Air Bags · Jun 2008
“Air intake and computer chips placed very low within 12" from the ground. The streets were flooded. The intake sucked water up into my engine and caused my car to instantly stall. If anyone had been behind me, I could have been hit. I didn't even have time to put my brakes on. *tr”Owner report · Structure · Oct 2007
“Emergency brake light began coming on randomly from time to time. It then began to come on when I started the vehicle and will stay on while backing out and then turn off when vehicle is placed in drive, then began to light up when I used the brakes, and at other times when driving down the road it will come on for several minutes then go away only to come back on.... Brake fluid fine, brakes have wear but within reason for a 06 with 45,000 miles.. *tr”Owner report · Parking Brake · Aug 2007
“2nd time replacing brakes, 35,000 miles on car, it still is new , 1 year old. Dealership refused to take responsibility, no recall being made. Have already contacted a lawyer in regard to this matter, showing all the other complaints that have been made about the same problem. Suzuki refused to take responsibility. There should be no reason whatsoever that I should be replacing the brakes on my car for a second time in 1 year. What is it going to take for someone from suzuki to get off their backs and do something about this problem? I will never purchase another suzuki again for as long as I live , and I will make sure that anyone I know will not either. *ak”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Apr 2007
When filing, owners marked a crash in 0 of these complaints and injuries in 2 - 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.
Specifications
Factory options offered for the 2006 model year, decoded from the NHTSA vPIC database. Individual vehicles have one of each.
How other years compare
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Is the 2006 Suzuki Aerio reliable?
NHTSA has 27 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 2006 Suzuki Aerio. The most complained-about area is service brakes, hydraulic.
Does the 2006 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.