KnownCarProblems2004 Suzuki Verona Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 155 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Suzuki Verona, most often about the engine (51% of complaints, typically around 9,000 miles). It is the most complained-about Verona model year since 2000 and has 5 recalls.
Most common 2004 Suzuki Verona problems
Engine
79 complaints · 51%Half of these problems showed up before 9,000 miles. Parts named most often: engine, exhaust system.
At speeds of 65-75 MPH on the highway after about 15 minutes slowing down to get off the highway, the engine is loud and sounds like a diesel engine. Sounds like top end rocker arm knocking, I took it to the dealer and they said that they could not take the car over 55mph. I told them it only does it between 65-75…
Tl contact owns a 2004 Suzuki Verona. While driving 30-40 MPH the vehicle would stall and jerk. The dealer stated that oxygen sensors needed to be replaced. They replaced the sensors; however, the failure continued to occur. Approximately two months later the dealer replaced the head assembly gasket and pc filter…
Fuel system
26 complaints · 17%Half of these problems showed up before 13,000 miles. Parts named most often: delivery, fuel injection system, carburetor system, storage.
Vehicle has been repeatedly stalling since may of 2005 and been in the dealer's shop to be repaired at least four times with no improvement in the defect. Vehicle stalls at deacceleration and at idle without warning. This is an extreme safety concern. The Suzuki dealer has reprogrammed the fuel system control chip at…
The contact owns a 2004 Suzuki Verona. The contact stated that the vehicle would stall sporadically and without warning. The dealer attempted to repair the failure, but was unsuccessful. The dealer also advised the contact of campaign id number: 04v396000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery) but stated that the contact's…
Electrical
23 complaints · 15%Half of these problems showed up before 4,500 miles. Parts named most often: ignition, wiring, instrument cluster/panel.
Purchased 2004 Suzuki veron lx demonstrator with 4,000 mi. Car is constantly stalling in traffic. This creates a serious safety hazard to me and other motorists. Dealer matthew Suzuki claims they cannot duplicate the problem and therefore cannot fix the problem. Car continues to stall and be a hazard to operate.
Dealer reprogrammed the electronic control module two weeks ago. Problem resurfaced with engine light coming on and car stalling on sept. 18, 2004. Driver behind me during time of stalled engine almost hit Suzuki Verona in the rear. Verona was taken twice to dealership first team super store at 1800 greenbrier…
Speed control
19 complaints · 12%Half of these problems showed up before 3,500 miles. Parts named most often: cruise control, accelerator pedal.
My Verona had a problem of feeling like it wasn't shifting right. The first time I was going about 40-50 MPH and it felt like the brake was on or in first gear. The second time 30-40 MPH the same thing. Then the service engine soon light came on. I took it to the dealer and they said " I'm not pointing any fingers but…
Intermittently and without warning vehicle stalleds on the highway. Vehicle came to a completely stop before it could be restarted. Also vehicle surged forward. Dealer examined the vehicle four times, and still could not find the cause of the problem. Pe04062_cat
Transmission
17 complaints · 11%Half of these problems showed up before 15,500 miles. Parts named most often: automatic transmission, manual transmission.
I had the transmission replaced in the first month I had the car,also the car stalls out, I had the car since oct.I got to replace the rotors there making a funny noise.
As I exited a freeway, I braked to disengage the cruise control and started slowing down. The car acted as though it was auto-braking to slow down as if going down a steep hill several times very severely and came to a complete stop. It would not go forward or in reverse until I turned off the cruise control and the…
Seat belts
10 complaints · 7%Parts named most often: rear/other, front.
Consumer stated that when driving, the vehicle just shutdown. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer and they had it for over a week and the consumer was afraid to get back into it because she thought she may get killed. The electronic key would not open the vehicle and it would relock itself continuously at…
The contact's fiancã© owns a 2004 Suzuki Verona. The contact stated that on multiple occasions after starting the vehicle, the engine was lagging and then revved inadvertently. The contact also stated that while driving at various speeds and coming to a stop at a red light or stop sign, the vehicle stalled and lost…
Brakes
10 complaints · 7%Half of these problems showed up before 49,500 miles. Parts named most often: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, foundation components.
Abs light came on. Brakes failed several times. Had to pump brakes quickly to be able to stop completely without using emergency brake. Malfunction occurred within a few days of ABS light turning on. Took car to dealership for repairs. Paid for repairs. Car continued to malfunction: after driving only 95 miles, ABS…
Tl contact owns a 2004 Suzuki Verona. The contact brake light was illuminated after he stepped out of the vehicle. The contact returned to the vehicle and applied pressure to the brake pedal to deactivate the light. The failure occurred intermittently and has become progressively worse over time. In addition, whenever…
Lights
9 complaints · 6%Half of these problems showed up before 34,000 miles. Parts named most often: brake lights, turn signal, tail lights.
: the contact stated while activating the left turn signal at any speed the switch failed to disengage after the turn is completed. Upon inspection the dealership determined the turn signal switch needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was alerted. It was determined the turn signal switch was not going to be…
After fox valley Suzuki reprogrammed my computer due to recall, the engine has a lifter knock, especially after going 55-65 MPH on the highway. Sounds like a diesel engine. Took it to the dealer twice, they say that it is normal, but I know that it is not normal. Also when AC is on, there is a whing noise while the…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2004 Suzuki Verona recalls
Lights: headlights
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.
Full defect summary
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.
Lights: switch
Risk: If the brake lights remain on continuously while driving,a following driver may not know when your brakes have been applied, and a rear-end crash could occur without prior warning. This condition may also discharge the vehicle's battery, and, the automatic transmission torque converter clutch, cruise control and traction control system, if equipped, will become disabled.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Fuel system: delivery
Risk: Engine stalling could result in a crash.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Air bags: frontal
Risk: If the driver's air bag deploys improperly during a frontal vehicle crash, the driver could be severely injured or killed.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
On certain passenger cars, the dual stage driver's air bag deploys in an improper sequence.
Seat belts: buckle assembly
Risk: In the event of a crash, a seat occupant may not be properly restrained increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2004 Suzuki Verona
- What are the most common problems with the 2004 Suzuki Verona?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: engine (79 complaints, typically around 9,000 miles); fuel system (26 complaints, typically around 13,000 miles); electrical (23 complaints, typically around 4,500 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2004 Suzuki Verona have?
- 5 recalls listed by NHTSA, the latest from June 24, 2014 (lights). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2004 a bad year for the Suzuki Verona?
- It is the most complained-about Verona model year since 2000, with 155 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.
Other Suzuki Verona years
- 2004
- 2005