2007 Suzuki Forenza: problems, recalls and reliability
2 recalls and 256 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is power train (39% of complaints); the 2005 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall May 2014
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 256 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“Air Bag light came on in the Dash, also passenger seat belt not on light came on in the clock. I took the car to Planet Automotive Group here in Charlotte, they ran a Diagnostic on the vehicle and found a b1448 code for passenger seat mat defect. I called the manufacture at [XXX] talked to a person named [XXX], I was told this is no longer under warranty and they could not help. I disagreed with her, told her this was a very serious safety issue and they should help with the cost of replaced/repair. Was told sorry. Need you help am 85 year old and don't have funds for new seat which cost $3750.00 INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).”Owner report · Air Bags · Oct 2021
“Tl* the contact owns a 2007 suzuki forenza. While the vehicle was stationary, the high beam headlights failed to turn on when prompted. There were no warning indicators illuminated. A dealer and the manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000. The VIN was not available.”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Nov 2018
“Passenger airbag off light is on even with passenger in seat. I am surprise there is not a recall for this problem which can lead to serious injury and even fatalities. Suzuki issued a recall for the grand vitaras. This is down right pathetic and is a slap in the face to their customers. I will definitely be filing a lawsuit about this matter if nothing done about this matter.”Owner report · Air Bags · Feb 2018
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“Car was traveling between 40-45mph, on a major two lane road. Pavement was wet. Car in front stopped fast, suzuki rear ended that vehicle. Driver only occupant in car suzuki-air bag did not deploy. Front of car crushed back to engine, engine mount broken.”Owner report · Air Bags · Jan 2018
“Vehicle has odor of smoke or unknown smell advised suzuki who referred me to someone who does not handle repairs. I advised them I work for an auto body who states vehicle is unsafe to drive- passenger air bag light is also on. Recall notice advises of significant risk of fire. Steering column looks to be warped and ignition switch is not working.”Owner report · Steering · Oct 2017
“The car lost power suddenly after stopping for a traffic signal. Check engine light came on. Engine never stopped running but would not go faster than about 20mph. Transmission upshifted and down shifted. Orb error codes where p2110, p2106, and p161b. No other codes where stored. It has happened twice in 6 months. After restarting engine check engine light was not on and the car ran normally.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Oct 2017
“Tl* the contact owns a 2007 suzuki forenza. The contact stated that the door locks made a clicking noise while driving as if the locks were going up and down. The contact stated that when the locks were in the down position, they would independently pop back up before the contact could open the door with the key. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000. The VIN was not available.”Owner report · Latches/Locks/Linkages · Aug 2017
“While driving the car on the highway the light for the engine came on and the car died. After being towed it was determined that the head was blown. After replacing the engine the light remains on and now there is a problem with the transmission. There is supposed to be a defect in a sensor for the transmission that keeps these problems happening in this vehicle.”Owner report · Electrical System · Jun 2017
“My car keeps over heating and it been a problem since I bought the car now I got exhause coming outta the coolant tank.now the car headers are blown are fried due to a defect in the vehical making I was in motion during the time of the incident when the car started actn up....”Owner report · Engine · Jan 2017
“Tl* the contact owned a 2007 suzuki forenza. The contact noticed that the windshield was cracked and the parked vehicle was filled with black smoke. A police report was not filed and the fire department was not notified. The vehicle was destroyed. The vehicle was parked at the contact's residence. The cause of the failure was not determined. The VIN was excluded from NHTSA campaign number: 14v262000 (exterior lighting). The approximate failure mileage was 86,000.”Owner report · Seats · May 2016
When filing, owners marked a crash in 12 of these complaints and injuries in 10 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 2 campaigns
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Forenza vehicles, and 2005-2008 Reno vehicles manufactured from September 1, 2003, through July 30, 2008. In the affected vehicles, heat may be generated in the headlamp switch or daytime running light (DRL) module which could melt the headlamp switch or the DRL module.
Remedy: Suzuki will replace the signal switch and add a jumper relay kit and will replace the DRL Module in teh instrument panel harness. Suzuki distributed to owners an interim letter on July 30, 2014. The recall began October 29, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is XA.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE FRONT SEAT BELT TONGUE WILL NOT LATCH INTO THE BUCKLE AND, IN RARE CASES, EVEN THE LOCKED TONGUE WILL POP OUT BY LOW STRETCHING FORCE. IF THE BUCKLE DOES NOT LATCH COMPLETELY, THE BUCKLE COULD RELEASE WITHOUT PRESSING THE RELEASE BUTTON.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT DRIVER AND PASSENGER SEAT BELT BUCKLES WITH THE IMPROVED PART FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 31, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.
Trouble codes owners mention
OBD-II codes that appear in NHTSA complaints about this car.
How other years compare
Check your exact Forenza by VIN
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Is the 2007 Suzuki Forenza reliable?
NHTSA has 256 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on record for the 2007 Suzuki Forenza. The most complained-about area is power train (39% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2007 Suzuki Forenza problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 57,800 miles or less.
Does the 2007 Suzuki Forenza have open recalls?
2 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning exterior lighting:headlights. 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.