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Recalls & complaints · NHTSA data

2004 Suzuki Forenza recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2004 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns: 5
Park-it warnings: 0
Complaints: 63
Latest campaign: May 19, 2014

Recall summary by component5

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

Component	Campaigns	Latest	Campaign IDs
Exterior lighting	3	May 19, 2014	14V262000 07V452000 05V022000
Electrical system	1	Aug 14, 2012	12V397000
Air bags	1	Oct 29, 2003	03V426000

Safety recalls5

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h

0Park-it warnings

0Fixable over the air

May 19, 2014Latest campaign


May 19, 201414V262000	Exterior lighting: headlights If the heat generated within the headlamp switch or DRL module located on the left side of the steering column melts the headlamp switch or DRL module, there is an… DetailsHide details for campaign 14V262000 What's wrong 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. In the affected vehicles, heat may be generated in the headlamp switch or daytime running light (DRL) module which could melt the headlamp switch or the DRL module. Risk If the heat generated within the headlamp switch or DRL module located on the left side of the steering column melts the headlamp switch or DRL module, there is an increased risk of a fire. 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. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is XA. Campaign NHTSA 14V262000 · May 19, 2014
Aug 14, 201212V397000	Electrical system: wiring interior/under dash If the headlamps fail to function, this will lead to reduced driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 12V397000 What's wrong 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 between the terminals of certain wires can generate heat that can melt the splice pack used to connect the power circuit wires for the headlamps. This can result in intermittent or total loss of low/high beam headlamp function. Risk If the headlamps fail to function, this will lead to reduced driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. 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 Suzuki at 1-877-697-8985. Campaign NHTSA 12V397000 · Aug 14, 2012
Sep 25, 200707V452000	Exterior lighting INAPPROPRIATE LIGHTING COULD REDUCE VISIBILITY OF VEHICLES AND INCREASE THE POTENTIAL FOR A CRASH. DetailsHide details for campaign 07V452000 What's wrong 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. Risk INAPPROPRIATE LIGHTING COULD REDUCE VISIBILITY OF VEHICLES AND INCREASE THE POTENTIAL FOR A CRASH. 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 END OF JANUARY 2008;. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934. Campaign NHTSA 07V452000 · Sep 25, 2007
Jan 28, 200505V022000	Exterior lighting: brake lights switch IF THE BRAKE LIGHTS REMAIN ON CONTINUOUSLY WHILE DRIVING,A FOLLOWING DRIVER MAY NOT KNOW WHEN YOUR BRAKES HAVE BEEN APPLIED, AND A REAR-END CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT… DetailsHide details for campaign 05V022000 What's wrong ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH MAY BECOME MISADJUSTED IF AN UPWARD/REARWARD FORCE IS APPLIED TO THE BRAKE PEDAL. IF THIS SHOULD OCCUR, THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH WILL NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, CAUSING THE BRAKE LIGHTS, INCLUDING THE HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP, TO REMAIN ILLUMINATED CONTINUOUSLY WITHOUT BRAKE PEDAL APPLICATION, WITH THE IGNITION SWITCH IN THE ON OR OFF POSITION. Risk IF THE BRAKE LIGHTS REMAIN ON CONTINUOUSLY WHILE DRIVING,A FOLLOWING DRIVER MAY NOT KNOW WHEN YOUR BRAKES HAVE BEEN APPLIED, AND A REAR-END CRASH COULD OCCUR WITHOUT PRIOR WARNING. THIS CONDITION MAY ALSO DISCHARGE THE VEHICLE'S BATTERY, AND, THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION TORQUE CONVERTER CLUTCH, CRUISE CONTROL AND TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM, IF EQUIPPED, WILL BECOME DISABLED. Remedy DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE LIGHT SWITCH FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 16, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934. Campaign NHTSA 05V022000 · Jan 28, 2005
Oct 29, 200303V426000	Air bags: frontal IF THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG DEPLOYS IMPROPERLY DURING A FRONTAL VEHICLE CRASH, THE DRIVER COULD BE SEVERELY INJURED OR KILLED. DetailsHide details for campaign 03V426000 What's wrong ON CERTAIN PASSENGER CARS, THE DUAL STAGE DRIVER'S AIR BAG DEPLOYS IN AN IMPROPER SEQUENCE. Risk IF THE DRIVER'S AIR BAG DEPLOYS IMPROPERLY DURING A FRONTAL VEHICLE CRASH, THE DRIVER COULD BE SEVERELY INJURED OR KILLED. Remedy DEALERS WILL INSTALL AN ADAPTING WIRING HARNESS. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON OCTOBER 30, 2003, TO VERONA VEHICLE OWNERS. ALL FORENZA VEHICLES WERE REPAIRED AT THE PORT OF ENTRY. THERE ARE NO OWNER NOTIFICATIONS NECESSARY FOR THE FORENZA MODEL VEHICLES. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934. Campaign NHTSA 03V426000 · Oct 29, 2003

To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer (federal law; see limits).

Owner complaints by component63

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h

63Complaints filed

9Involving a crash

5Involving a fire

6Injuries reported

Component	Complaints	%	Crashes	Fires	Injuries
Exterior lighting	16	25	1	4	0
Electrical system	10	16	0	2	0
Engine and engine cooling	10	16	0	0	0
Air bags	6	10	5	0	1
Power train	6	10	0	0	0
Vehicle speed control	5	8	1	0	0
Structure	5	8	0	0	0
Engine	4	6	0	1	0
Wheels	3	5	2	0	2
Service brakes	2	3	0	0	0
Suspension	2	3	0	0	0
Latches/locks/linkages	2	3	0	1	0
Tires	2	3	1	0	0
Fuel system	2	3	0	0	0
Gasoline	2	3	0	0	0

11 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.

Latest reports

Steering
“I own a 2004 suzuki forenza and this car is a constant problem. It over heats everyone I drive it which is daily. It starts only when the motor is somewhat cool. This cat has left me stranded many times.”
Filed 02/14/2017 · ODI 10954448
Vehicle speed control
“While driving my suzuki forenza 2004 it doesn't accelerate and all in a quick sudden comes to a quick stop as though someone on the passenger side pulled the emergency brakes,while on a major road way.”
Filed 11/18/2016 · ODI 10927035
Electrical system
“Tl* the contact owns a 2004 suzuki forenza. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start without warning. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic.”
Filed 07/14/2016 · ODI 10884836

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2004 Suzuki Forenza recall questions

How many recalls does the 2004 Suzuki Forenza have?

NHTSA lists 5 safety recall campaigns for the 2004 Suzuki Forenza. The most recent, 14V262000 (reported May 19, 2014), concerns exterior lighting. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.

What are the 2004 Suzuki Forenza recalls for?

The largest group is exterior lighting, with 3 campaigns. Others: electrical system (1), air bags (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2004 Suzuki Forenza?

Exterior lighting is the most-reported component, named in 16 complaints out of 63 filed with NHTSA (25%). Across all complaints, owners reported 9 crashs and 5 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2004 Suzuki Forenza?

Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

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