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2005 Suzuki Reno recalls

Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2005 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.

Recall campaigns
3
Park-it warnings
0
Complaints
32
Latest campaign
May 19, 2014

Recall summary by component3

NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h
ComponentCampaignsLatestCampaign IDs
Exterior lighting2May 19, 2014
Electrical system1Aug 14, 2012

Safety recalls3

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
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 component32

NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h
32Complaints filed
1Involving a crash
1Involving a fire
1Injuries reported
ComponentShareComplaints%CrashesFiresInjuries
Air bags1856101
Exterior lighting516010
Power train413000
Tires39000
Electrical system26000
Engine and engine cooling26000
Structure26000
Fuel system26000
Gasoline26000
Engine13000
Equipment13000
Latches/locks/linkages13000
Vehicle speed control13000

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

  • Air bags

    “Drivers side airbag light stays on. Not sure airbag would inflate if I was in a accident or if it might inflate on its own while I am driving and cause a accident.”

    Filed 09/06/2019 · ODI 11253588
  • Air bags

    “The airbag light keeps coming on and the passenger airbag is off. All the time.”

    Filed 05/09/2017 · ODI 10984473
  • Air bags

    “The airbag warning light turned on without any readily identifiable cause. Several repair facilities cannot seem to find out why it remains on.”

    Filed 10/14/2015 · ODI 10782146

Other Suzuki Reno model years

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2005 Suzuki Reno recall questions

How many recalls does the 2005 Suzuki Reno have?

NHTSA lists 3 safety recall campaigns for the 2005 Suzuki Reno. 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 2005 Suzuki Reno recalls for?

The largest group is exterior lighting, with 2 campaigns. Others: electrical system (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.

What is the most common complaint about the 2005 Suzuki Reno?

Air bags is the most-reported component, named in 18 complaints out of 32 filed with NHTSA (56%). Across all complaints, owners reported 1 crash and 1 fire. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

How do I check if a recall is open on my 2005 Suzuki Reno?

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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