NHTSA lists 63 complaints for the 2004 Suzuki Forenza, 9 of them mention a crash and 5 mention a fire. 3 complaints mention an injury, with 6 injuries and 0 deaths reported.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as SUZUKI FORENZA.
Model-generated complaint tags: This model year has not been tagged.
Recalls
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5 recalls.
Date: 2014-05-19. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2012-08-14. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Defect: 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/h (excerpt)
Consequence: If the headlamps fail to function, this will lead to reduced driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. (excerpt)
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. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2007-09-25. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2005-01-28. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2003-10-29. Systems: AIR BAGS.
Defect: ON CERTAIN PASSENGER CARS, THE DUAL STAGE DRIVER'S AIR BAG DEPLOYS IN AN IMPROPER SEQUENCE.
Consequence: 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.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
28 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 6 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 5 |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 3 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 3 |
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| SUSPENSION | 3 |
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| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 2 |
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| STRUCTURE | 2 |
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| AIR BAGS | 1 |
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10216558
Date: 2022-07-08. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE, SUSPENSION.
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.
10152052
Date: 2018-11-20. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT, SUSPENSION.
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.
10052515
Date: 2013-08-08. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE.
SUZUKI: SUZUKI HAS REPLACEMENT OIL PUMPS THAT HAVE A THREADED PLUG. THE THREADED PROVES TO BE DIFFICULT TO REMOVE WITHOUT CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE NEW OIL PUMP. THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES PROCEDURES WHEN REPLACING THE OLD OIL PUMP. *JS
10030107
Date: 2009-08-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
SUZUKI VEHICLES: 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 GAGE AS EXPECTED. *PE
10024197
Date: 2008-01-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
REQUIRED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONTROL MODULE INITIALIZATION PROCEDURE. MY 2004-2008 FORENZ SEDAN/WAGON, RENO (RQ420). *NJ
10023878
Date: 2007-12-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
P0441 OR P0496 (EVAPORATIVE EMISSION SYSTEM CONTINUOUS PURGE FLOW). *NJ
10006243
Date: 2004-01-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SEAT BELTS.
SLOW AND/OR INCOMPLETE RETRACTION OF SEAT BELTS. *TT
10006724
Date: 2004-01-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: EQUIPMENT.
SERVICE MANUAL UPDATE FOR PROGRAMMING KEYLESS TRANSMITTERS. *TT
10006729
Date: 2004-01-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
CLOCK WILL NOT HOLD MEMORY WHEN IGNITION KEY IS TURNED OFF. *TT
10010042
Date: 2004-01-01. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
PAINT MAY PEEL ON THE INNER DOOR FRAMES AROUND THE WINDOW AREA ON SOME VEHICLES BUILT FROM JUNE 15, 2004 TO JULY 9, 2004. *NM