The vehicle dossier US · 2004
2004 Suzuki
VERONAProblems & recalls
155 distinct owner reports in the NHTSA snapshot. Engine appears in 79 of them. Explore what was reported—and which official actions are on file.
01 / Owner-reported evidence
What owners reported.
Categories attached to 155 distinct reports. A report can mention more than one component, so category totals can overlap.
See original component labels
These are reports made to NHTSA, not verified diagnoses. More reports can reflect more vehicles, more time on the road, or greater reporting activity.
The reporting timeline
When reports arrived.
Reports by year filed, not by the year a problem occurred. Showing the latest 15 years with reports.
9,000 miles is the median among 101 reports with usable mileage. The middle half spans 2,390–49,663 miles.
This describes the submitted reports. It does not predict when a vehicle will fail.
02 / Official safety campaigns
5 recall campaigns on file.
A campaign can cover only certain production dates or configurations. The count does not tell you whether an individual car has an open recall.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTSCampaign 14V363000
Reported concern
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 Verona vehicles manufactured June 2003 to October 2005. In the affected vehicles, there may be heat generated within the DRL module located in the instrument panel, which could melt the DRL module.
Manufacturer’s stated response
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.
Manufacturer campaign: XC
Read campaign 14V363000 at NHTSAEXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCHCampaign 05V022000
Reported concern
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.
Manufacturer’s stated response
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.
Manufacturer campaign: KF
Read campaign 05V022000 at NHTSAFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERYCampaign 04V396000
Reported concern
IN CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, A FAULT IN THE ADAPTIVE FUEL CONTROL LOGIC CAN CAUSE SOME VEHICLES TO USE AIR/FUEL RATIOS DURING DECELERATION THAT ARE LEAN ENOUGH TO CAUSE ENGINE STALLING.
Manufacturer’s stated response
DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) ON AFFECTED VEHICLES. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 14, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.
Manufacturer campaign: KE
Read campaign 04V396000 at NHTSAAIR BAGS:FRONTALCampaign 03V426000
Reported concern
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER CARS, THE DUAL STAGE DRIVER'S AIR BAG DEPLOYS IN AN IMPROPER SEQUENCE.
Manufacturer’s stated response
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.
Manufacturer campaign: KB
Read campaign 03V426000 at NHTSASEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLYCampaign 03V333000
Reported concern
CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES MAY HAVE A MISLOCATED SENSOR IN THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY. THIS CONDITION CAN PREVENT THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT TONGUE FROM BEING INSERTED INTO THE BUCKLE.
Manufacturer’s stated response
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE DRIVER'S SEAT BELT BUCKLE ASSEMBLY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN SEPTEMBER 4, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.
Manufacturer campaign: K4
Read campaign 03V333000 at NHTSA03 / The manufacturer’s record
Instructions. Updates. Responses.
27 distinct communications list this model-year. Showing the latest 12. A matching model-year does not establish that every engine, trim or reported symptom is covered.
SUZ_016008Reminder of the importance to conduct safety inspections for rust damage to suspension and related parts that could be caused by road salt or other chemicals applied to the roadway.NHTSA ID 10216558
Reminder of the importance to conduct safety inspections for rust damage to suspension and related parts that could be caused by road salt or other chemicals applied to the roadway.
Components: STRUCTURE · SUSPENSION. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10216558 at NHTSAN-Q-G-045This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prev…NHTSA ID 10152052
This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile distributors in the U.S., explaining the importance of proper inspection and maintenance of suspension lower arm ball joints to prevent the ball stud from becoming separated from the suspension lower arm.
Components: EQUIPMENT · SUSPENSION. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10152052 at NHTSA101215SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE: EGR DTCS P0400, P0401 AND P0402. *TTNHTSA ID 10018837
SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE: EGR DTCS P0400, P0401 AND P0402. *TT
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE). Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10018837 at NHTSATS-04-03049SUZUKI: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER IS LOOSE IN THE SHIFT GATE AND/OR IGNITION KEY CANNOT BE REMOVED. THE TRANSMISSION GEAR SHIFT LEVER DOES NOT HOLD FIRMLY TO THE LEFT OF THE SHIFT GATE AS EXPECTED. THE SHIFT LEVER TENS…NHTSA ID 10030250
SUZUKI: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER IS LOOSE IN THE SHIFT GATE AND/OR IGNITION KEY CANNOT BE REMOVED. THE TRANSMISSION GEAR SHIFT LEVER DOES NOT HOLD FIRMLY TO THE LEFT OF THE SHIFT GATE AS EXPECTED. THE SHIFT LEVER TENSION SPRING HAS BROKEN. *PE
Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10030250 at NHTSATS0301238AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE. *NJNHTSA ID 10024352
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE. *NJ
Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10024352 at NHTSATS0301238AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE. MY 2004-2006 VERONA (RP625). *NJNHTSA ID 10024198
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE. MY 2004-2006 VERONA (RP625). *NJ
Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM). Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10024198 at NHTSA0305115RSUNROOF WILL NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY OR CLOSES AND MOVES TO VENT POSITION. *SCNHTSA ID 10015888
SUNROOF WILL NOT CLOSE COMPLETELY OR CLOSES AND MOVES TO VENT POSITION. *SC
Components: VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10015888 at NHTSA0104304ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM)SOFTWARE UPDATE, EMISSION RECALL CAMPAIGN KC, (CALIFORNIA, NEW YORK, MASSACHUSETTS, MANIE AND VERMONT ONLY).DRIVEABILITY IMPROVEMENT IMMEDIATELY AFTER STARTING COLD ENGINE. *MJNHTSA ID 10007690
ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM)SOFTWARE UPDATE, EMISSION RECALL CAMPAIGN KC, (CALIFORNIA, NEW YORK, MASSACHUSETTS, MANIE AND VERMONT ONLY).DRIVEABILITY IMPROVEMENT IMMEDIATELY AFTER STARTING COLD ENGINE. *MJ
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10007690 at NHTSA0104084ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) SOFTWARE MAY CAUSE THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) TO FAIL TO ILLUMINATE; ENGINE RUNS ROUGH IMMEDIATELY AFTER STARTING A COLD ENGINE. *TTNHTSA ID 10006728
ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) SOFTWARE MAY CAUSE THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) TO FAIL TO ILLUMINATE; ENGINE RUNS ROUGH IMMEDIATELY AFTER STARTING A COLD ENGINE. *TT
Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10006728 at NHTSA0203044SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE FOR PROGRAMMING KEYLESS TRANSMITTERS. *TTNHTSA ID 10006726
SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE FOR PROGRAMMING KEYLESS TRANSMITTERS. *TT
Components: EQUIPMENT. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10006726 at NHTSA0402274SLOW AND/OR INCOMPLETE RETRACTION OF SEAT BELTS. *TTNHTSA ID 10006239
SLOW AND/OR INCOMPLETE RETRACTION OF SEAT BELTS. *TT
Components: SEAT BELTS. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10006239 at NHTSA0202244REPLACING THE SIR CLOCK SPRING. *TTNHTSA ID 10006211
REPLACING THE SIR CLOCK SPRING. *TT
Components: AIR BAGS. Confirm detailed applicability in the original document.
Source record 10006211 at NHTSARecords below contain the NHTSA bulk summary unless a document-reviewed explainer is linked. A service bulletin is not a safety recall or a promise of a free repair. Records may be revised or superseded; verify the current document with the manufacturer.
04 / Agency investigations
Official inquiries.
An investigation is an inquiry into a potential concern. Its presence does not establish a defect, and a closed case does not certify a car’s condition.
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