Is the 2007 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 2007 Suzuki Forenza?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 51% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2007 Suzuki Forenza have?

2 recalls on file for this model year.

2007 Suzuki Forenza

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2007 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: 256
Recalls: 2
Investigations: 0
Top problem: Power train

Complaints per year

2007: 256 complaints

View as data table

Year	Complaints
2004	63
2005	156
2006	280
2007	256
2008	152

Known problem areas

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

Power train

51% · 131 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and floor shift.

CRASHFIRE

Electrical system

20% · 52 reports

Most commonly citing fuses and circuit breakers and ignition.

FIRE

Show complaint excerpts

Headlights won't turn off. While driving on the expressway black smoke blew in my face. Electrical wires were on fire. I was able to pull over and get out without getting hit by the fast cars going by.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-09-10

Also filed under Exterior lighting

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Suzuki Forenza. The contact stated that a burning smell was emitted from under the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the harness and the connector switch needed to be replaced.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-08-08

On 12/3/08 @ 12:30 a.m., my 2007 Suzuki Forenza caught fire resulting in a total loss. I've contacted Suzuki & I'm awaiting there return call.

NHTSA ODI report, 2008-12-04

Air bags

14% · 37 reports

Most commonly citing frontal and sensor/control module.

CRASHFIREINJURY

Show complaint excerpts

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.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-10

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 Suzuki Forenza. While seated in the passenger seat with her daughter seated in the driver's seat, the contact smelled a burning smell coming from the driver's side of the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-01-05

Traveling w on nc 24 stopped in traffic at light. Other vehicle lost control, struck front drivers door and rear passenger door on drivers side of car. Airbags did not deploy. Hit head on door frame. Having headaches and a knot on head.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-05-29

Engine

9% · 24 reports

FIRE

Engine and engine cooling

8% · 20 reports

Most commonly citing engine and cooling system.

FIRE

Safety timeline

2 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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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

2007 Suzuki Forenza — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Power train: 131 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 52 reports on file for this year.
Air bags: 37 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 07V315000 · Seat belts
Recall 14V262000 · Exterior lighting

FAQ

Is the 2007 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 2007 Suzuki Forenza?: The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 51% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2007 Suzuki Forenza have?: 2 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.