MYRModel Year Report

2006 Suzuki Reno

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2006 Suzuki Reno
RENDERED 2026-10-31T16:38:32.420Z

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
63
Recalls
4

Campaigns on file for 2006

Investigations
0

None on file

Top problem
Power train

40% of complaints

Complaints per year

2005: 32 complaints 2005 2006: 63 complaints 2006 63 2007: 55 complaints 2007 2008: 23 complaints 2008
2005: 32 complaints 2005 2006: 63 complaints 2006 63 2007: 55 complaints 2007 2008: 23 complaints 2008
2005: 32 complaints 2005 2006: 63 complaints 2006 63 2007: 55 complaints 2007 2008: 23 complaints 2008

2006: 63 complaints

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YearComplaints
20040
200532
200663
200755
200823

Known problem areas

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

Power train

40% · 25 reports

Most commonly citing automatic transmission and manual transmission.

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Transmission slippage, failure to properly engage wheels/gears and accelerate the vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2019-01-13

Also filed under Seat belts and visibility/wiper

Air bags

25% · 16 reports

Most commonly citing sensor/control module and side/window.

CRASHINJURY
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Tl*the contact owns a 2006 Suzuki Reno. While driving 65 MPH, the contact's vehicle was rear ended by another vehicle. The contact's vehicle swerved into oncoming traffic and was struck by a semi-vehicle.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-07-19

I just bought a Used 2006 Suzuki Reno from a private seller 3 months ago. It has less then 53,000 miles on it so I thought I was getting a great deal. While driving it at night 3 weeks ago, I had my lights on high beam.

NHTSA ODI report, 2024-10-31

Also filed under Exterior lighting and electrical system

Exterior lighting

22% · 14 reports

Most commonly citing switch and headlights.

CRASHFIREINJURY
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Tl* the contact owns a 2006 Suzuki Reno. The contact smelled a burning odor while operating the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired.

NHTSA ODI report, 2014-12-29

Tl* - the contact stated that the headlights turned off. The vehicle currently has 4000 miles on the odometer. The dealer replaced the left headlight fuse.

NHTSA ODI report, 2007-01-03

Electrical system

21% · 13 reports
FIRE
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Was driving on I40 to wilmington, nc from raleigh, nc. I stopped to get gas when I was about 30 minutes away from wilmington. I noticed my dashboard looked like it was jumpy. All the gauge lines were going back and forth.

NHTSA ODI report, 2012-08-10

Also filed under Engine

Vehicle speed control

8% · 5 reports

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 Reno — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 25 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 16 reports on file for this year.
  • Exterior lighting: 14 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 Reno 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 Reno?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 40% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2006 Suzuki Reno have?
4 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-20 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.