2005 Suzuki Verona
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.
- Complaints
- 53
- Recalls
- 2
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Air bags
Campaigns on file for 2005
None on file
25% of complaints
Complaints per year
2005: 53 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 155 |
| 2005 | 53 |
| 2006 | 8 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Air bags
25% · 13 reportsMost commonly citing frontal.
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My mother was going out to pay a bill ,even that she was 80 with should not have happen.
NHTSA ODI report, 2013-05-04
2005 Suzuki Verona, this vehicle had total front end damage all the way to the windshield, the air bag did not go off, I was injured with neck and back pain. Photos are available of this.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-03-02
Also filed under Equipment
Electrical system
21% · 11 reportsMost commonly citing starter assembly.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2005 Suzuki Verona. The contact stated that after shutting the engine off, flames started to emit from the engine compartment. The fire department was contacted and the fire was extinguished.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-11-07
This issue pertains to Safety Recall Notice No. XC - All 2004-2006 Suzuki Verona Vehicles - DRL System.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-06
Engine and engine cooling
17% · 9 reportsMost commonly citing engine.
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My car kept stalling didn't know for what reason. I had the car fixed at the dealer they fixed it. Now again the car is stalling and they don't say what it is until is fixed and the bill is always high.
NHTSA ODI report, 2008-05-16
Power train
13% · 7 reportsMost commonly citing automatic transmission.
Service brakes
13% · 7 reportsMost commonly citing hydraulic.
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Scott was traveling on a highway and attempted to exit the highway; however, as he attempted to brake, he noticed h was not slowing down, and that it appeared that his brakes has given out.
NHTSA ODI report, 2019-12-26
Also filed under Structure
Safety timeline
2 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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2005-12-01Steering05V507000 On certain passenger vehicles, the power steering pump pulley may separate from the power steering pump due to inadequate wall thickness of the pulley.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the power steering pump pulley and, if necessary, replace it. The recall began on December 1, 2005. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.
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2014-11-05Exterior lighting14V363000 Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 Verona vehicles manufactured June 2003 to October 2005.
Remedy: Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the DRL module in the instrument panel, free of charge. The recall began on November 5, 2014. Owners can contact Suzuki customer service at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is XC.
Buy-smart checklist
2005 Suzuki Verona — pre-purchase inspection
Inspect
- Air bags: 13 reports on file for this year.
- Electrical system: 11 reports on file for this year.
- Engine and engine cooling: 9 reports on file for this year.
Verify these recalls were completed
- Recall 05V507000 · Steering
- Recall 14V363000 · Exterior lighting
FAQ
- Is the 2005 Suzuki Verona 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 2005 Suzuki Verona?
- The most-reported component is air bags, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2005 Suzuki Verona have?
- 2 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.