2004 Suzuki Verona: problems, recalls and reliability
5 recalls and 155 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is engine and engine cooling (38% of complaints); the 2005 model year looks more trouble-free.
Data updated weekly · latest recall Jun 2014
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 155 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“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 instrument panel indicators illuminated and the service indicator remained illuminated. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 144,000.”Owner report · Engine · Oct 2019
“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 also stated that the failure occurred six other times. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.”Owner report · Engine · Aug 2016
“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 contact was informed that the ecm (electronic control module) needed to be reprogrammed. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 04v396000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 195,000.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Apr 2016
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“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 included in NHTSA campaign number: 04v396000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 195,000. The VIN was not available.”Owner report · Engine · Apr 2016
“I have gas tank cracked or leaked close to a rear and left wheel tire include gas smell and evap leaks. I have a problem when filling gas stop trigger.”Owner report · Fuel/Propulsion System · Feb 2016
“Tl* the contact owns a 2004 suzuki verona. The contact received a notification for recall NHTSA campaign number: 14v363000 (exterior lighting). However, the part to do the repair was unavailable. The contact stated the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Aug 2014
“Tl* the contact owns a 2004 suzuki verona. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle accelerated without warning causing the contact to crash. A police report was filed and no injuries were sustained. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown. Updated 08/19/14*lj updated 08/23/2017*ct”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Jun 2014
“Bought this horrible car for $4,300 of financial aid money with "as is, no warranty". Owner said he'd fix the problem but did not even though he's not obliged to, but he went against his words for fixing the car. He said his mechanic will buy the new hose for the engine which he did, but did not put in a filter as said. Then they did not fix the oxygen sensor or put on new brake pads or rotors as said. The brakes and rotors are severely damage, and the oxygen sensor is busted. The coolant & anti-freeze tube burst, the left blinker blinks really fast, the smog light button doesn't work, the wheel alignment is off. It is just a terrible car I have bought wrongly. *tr”Owner report · Engine · Sep 2013
“Try to accelerate from a stop, there is no acceleration for at least 3 seconds- the car will then buck and go- very dangerous when trying to get out of a block or driving on a highway. Mechanic has it again- codes that come up mean nothing. Please help- it;s my daughter's car and she is only 17 going to drive to college which is 40 miles away on the highway. *tr”Owner report · Vehicle Speed Control · Aug 2013
“Tl* the contact owns a 2004 suzuki verona. While the vehicle was parked, the engine warning light illuminated. The failure recurred on multiple occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the electrical system failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 56,000.”Owner report · Electrical System · Aug 2012
When filing, owners marked a crash in 7 of these complaints and injuries in 5 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 5 campaigns
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.
Remedy: 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.
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER CARS, THE DUAL STAGE DRIVER'S AIR BAG DEPLOYS IN AN IMPROPER SEQUENCE.
Remedy: 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.
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.
Remedy: 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.
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.
Remedy: 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.
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.
Remedy: 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.
How other years compare
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Is the 2004 Suzuki Verona reliable?
NHTSA has 155 owner complaints and 5 recall campaigns on record for the 2004 Suzuki Verona. The most complained-about area is engine and engine cooling (38% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2004 Suzuki Verona problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 15,000 miles or less.
Does the 2004 Suzuki Verona have open recalls?
5 recall campaigns have been issued, the latest concerning seat belts:front:buckle assembly. 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.