MYRModel Year Report

2008 Suzuki Forenza

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2008 Suzuki Forenza
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:55:05.107Z

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 PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Suzuki Forenza Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2008 highlighted. 2004: 63 complaints 2004 2005: 156 complaints 2005 2006: 280 complaints 2006 2007: 256 complaints 2007 2008: 152 complaints 2008
2008: 152 complaints
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YearComplaints
200463
2005156
2006280
2007256
2008152

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

POWER TRAIN 45%

45% of complaints: power train — 69 distinct reports on file.

CRASH FIRE
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I PURCHASED THIS CAR NEW IN 2/ 2009. I HAVE HAD TO HAVE IT INTO THE SHOP FOR REPAIRS OF CHECK ENGINE LIGHT AND TRANSMISSION, ULTIMATELY LEADING TO A TRANSMISSION REPLACEMENT ON 7/17/12.

NHTSA ODI report, 20130122

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 20%

20% of complaints: electrical system — 30 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 SUZUKI FORENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE PARKED, SMOKE STARTED TO EMIT INSIDE OF THE VEHICLE AND FLAMES EMERGED FROM UNDER THE LEFT SIDE OF THE STEERING COLUMN. THE FLAMES SPREAD THROUGH THE ENTIRE VEHICLE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140716

AIR BAGS 17%

17% of complaints: air bags — 26 distinct reports on file.

CRASH INJURY
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TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 SUZUKI FORENZA. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH, THE CONTACT REAR ENDED ANOTHER VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS COMPLETELY DESTROYED AND NONE OF THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20080828

ENGINE 14%

14% of complaints: engine — 22 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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"TAKATA RECALL" GEAR SHIFT KEEPS SLIPPING AND MAYBE THE CAUSE OF NEEDING A NEW TRANSMISSION. HAD TO TURN CAR OFF IN MIDDLE OF TRAFFIC BECAUSE GEAR SLIPPED. WHEN CAR WAS IN DRIVE A SYMBOL POPPED UP WITH A D WITH A LINE THOUGH IT!

NHTSA ODI report, 20180614

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 12%

12% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 18 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 SUZUKI FORENZA. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE INDEPENDENTLY ACCELERATED AND CRASHED INTO A BENCH FOLLOWED BY A GARAGE WALL. THERE WERE NO INJURIES AND A POLICE REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE FAILURE WAS RECURRING.

NHTSA ODI report, 20140319

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20141029 — exterior lighting

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.

Campaign 14V262000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2008 Suzuki Forenza — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for power train issues (69 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for electrical system issues (30 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for air bags issues (26 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 14V262000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2008 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 2008 Suzuki Forenza?

The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 45% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2008 Suzuki Forenza have?

1 recall on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.