MYRModel Year Report

2006 Suzuki Forenza

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2006 Suzuki Forenza
BUILT 2026-10-10

Not enough comparison years on file yet 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.

How is this computed?

Complaints
280
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2006

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Power train

42% of complaints

Complaints per year

2004: 63 complaints 2004 2005: 156 complaints 2005 2006: 280 complaints 2006 280 2007: 256 complaints 2007 2008: 152 complaints 2008
2004: 63 complaints 2004 2005: 156 complaints 2005 2006: 280 complaints 2006 280 2007: 256 complaints 2007 2008: 152 complaints 2008
2004: 63 complaints 2004 2005: 156 complaints 2005 2006: 280 complaints 2006 280 2007: 256 complaints 2007 2008: 152 complaints 2008

2006: 280 complaints

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YearComplaints
200463
2005156
2006280
2007256
2008152

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Power train

42% · 118 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and gear position indication (prndl).

CRASHINJURY
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My transmission range sensor has failed for the third time in as many years. Each time I have it repaired by the dealership.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-03-22

Also filed under Vehicle speed control

Electrical system

21% · 58 reports

Most commonly citing instrument cluster/panel and ignition.

CRASHFIREINJURY

Air bags

20% · 57 reports

Most commonly citing frontal and sensor/control module.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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I recently purchased a 2006 Suzuki Forenza station wagon, on February 25, 2006 I had an accident which someone ran into my car and I crashed the car/the air bags did not deploy. I think there is a defect in my brand new car.

NHTSA ODI report, 2006-03-21

Vehicle speed control

10% · 29 reports

Most commonly citing accelerator pedal.

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While driving the cars check engine light will show up. I lose all control of speed even while pushing the gas pedal in. The only way to regain control is to cycle the key multiple times and let it idle in neutral for five minutes.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-05-20

Engine and engine cooling

10% · 28 reports

Most commonly citing engine and emission control.

CRASHINJURY
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Steering wheel malfunction - loss of vehicle control and drove off the road manufacturer and car dealership did not help multiple other defects, including engine stalling/gears "Sticking" - please refer details in letter to be sent to your...

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-01-11

Also filed under Steering

Safety timeline

4 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first

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    2007-08-31Seat belts07V315000 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…

    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.

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    2007-10-31Exterior lighting07V452000 On certain passenger vehicles, headlamp low beam or daytime running light (Drl) function may be inoperative due to a melted splice pack on the wiring harness.

    Remedy: Dealers will splice the power circuit wires for the low-beam headlamps and drl free of charge. The recall will be mailed in three phases, starting at the end of October 2007 and concluding by the…

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    2012-09-25Electrical system, exterior lighting12V397000 Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 Forenza and model year 2005-2006 Reno vehicles manufactured from September 23, 2003, through March 7, 2006. Increased resistance due to poor contact…

    Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and Suzuki dealers will reconnect the affected wires with two heat-shrink crimps, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 25, 2012. Owners may contact…

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    2014-10-29Exterior lighting14V262000 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.

    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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2006 Suzuki Forenza — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 118 reports on file for this year.
  • Electrical system: 58 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 57 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 07V315000 · Seat belts
  • Recall 07V452000 · Exterior lighting
  • Recall 12V397000 · Electrical system, exterior lighting
  • Recall 14V262000 · Exterior lighting
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2006 Suzuki Forenza 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 2006 Suzuki Forenza?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 42% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Suzuki Forenza have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-09 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.