MYRModel Year Report

2002 Suzuki Aerio

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2002 Suzuki Aerio
RENDERED 2026-09-17T05:37:49.324Z

Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 13 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Suzuki Aerio Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2002 highlighted. 2002: 13 complaints 2002 2003: 36 complaints 2003 2004: 14 complaints 2004 2005: 22 complaints 2005 2006: 27 complaints 2006 2007: 3 complaints 2007
2002: 13 complaints
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YearComplaints
200213
200336
200414
200522
200627
20073

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 13 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

5 of 13 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing wheel bearing and upper ball joint.

CRASH
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WHILE TURNING RIGHT AT 45 MPH THE LOWER CONTROL ARM SNAPPED. CONSUMER LOST STEERING CONTROL AND HIT A POLE. VEHICLE WAS TOWED. DEALERSHIP REPAIRED THE LOWER CONTROL ARM. *AK THE CONSUMER STATED THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY AS DESIGNED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20050222

HAD WHEEL BEARINGS REPLACED ON VEHICLE AT 12,000 MILES AND AGAIN AT 30,000 MILES. AT 42,000 MILES AXLE BROKE AT THE WHEEL. THIS CAUSED THE VEHICLE TO CRASH AND CAUSE $4,400.00 IN DAMAGE TO THE FRONT END.

NHTSA ODI report, 20040113

STRUCTURE

3 of 13 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing hinge and attachments and bumpers.

SERVICE BRAKES

3 of 13 total reports mention: service brakes, most commonly citing hydraulic.

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

2 of 13 total reports mention: latches/locks/linkages, most commonly citing lock and latch.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

2 of 13 total reports mention: engine and engine cooling, most commonly citing engine and cooling system.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20030708 — visibility

CERTAIN PASSENGER (111 MY 2002 ESTEEM, 777 MY 2002 AERIO, 2,368 MY 2003 AERIO) AND SPORT UTILITY (324 MY 2002 GRAND VITARA, 274 MY 2003 GRAND VITARA, 684 MY 2002 GRAND VITARA XL-7, AND 781 MY 2003 GRA

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THESE VEHICLES. VEHICLES THAT ARE FOUND TO HAVE INSUFFICIENT PAINT ADHESION WILL EITHER HAVE THE PROBLEM REMEDIED BY REPAINTING, OR WILL BE REPLACED, OR REPURCHASED AND DESTROYED

Campaign 03V223000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20070813 — power train

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 G

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.

Campaign 07V307000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2002 Suzuki Aerio — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (5 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for structure issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 03V223000 (visibility) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 07V307000 (power train) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2002 Suzuki Aerio reliable?

There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Suzuki Aerio?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2002 Suzuki Aerio have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-09-16 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.