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2005 Suzuki Verona problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

A typical year for this model

The 2005 Suzuki Verona sits mid-pack among Verona years: 77 NHTSA complaints against a model median of roughly 77, with 2 recalls and no defect investigations. Reports tied to this model year include one death and 5 injuries, per the complaint records themselves.

No single system dominates the record — complaints spread across airbags (13), electrical system (12), and engine (12), which usually points to general build quality rather than one defect.

77

NHTSA complaints

2

Recalls

0

Investigations

4

Crash-involved

6

Fires reported

5

Injuries

1

Deaths

—

NCAP overall

How does 2005 compare to other Verona years?

Verona NHTSA complaints by model year, 2005 highlighted245 complaints2004: 245 complaints2005: 77 complaints2006: 17 complaints
Verona NHTSA complaints by model year, 2005 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2005 Suzuki Verona problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Airbags1317%
Engine1216%
Electrical System1216%
Transmission79%
Brakes79%
Lighting56%
Fuel System56%
Other45%
Speed Control23%
Steering23%
Seat Belts23%
Body & Structure23%
Tires & Wheels23%
Seats11%
Suspension11%

Does the 2005 Suzuki Verona have recalls?

2 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

14V363000LightingJune 24, 2014 · 25,899 units

Defect

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.

Consequence

If the DRL module melts due to the heat generation, it could cause a vehicle fire.

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.

05V507000SteeringNovember 3, 2005 · 592 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE POWER STEERING PUMP PULLEY MAY SEPARATE FROM THE POWER STEERING PUMP DUE TO INADEQUATE WALL THICKNESS OF THE PULLEY.

Consequence

THIS CONDITION CAN CAUSE THE POWER STEERING PUMP DRIVE BELT TO DISCONNECT RESULTING IN HEAVY STEERING, AND CAN LEAD TO ENGINE OVERHEATING OR TO BATTERY DISCHARGE AND ENGINE STALL.

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.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“MY MOTHER WAS GOING OUT TO PAY A BILL ,EVEN THAT SHE WAS 80 WITH SHOULD NOT HAVE HAPPEN. SHE WAS TRAVELING DOWN THE ROAD AT 45 MILES SHE RAN OFF THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND HER CAR FLIP AND RAN IN A TREE THE AIR BAG NEVER CAME OUT , WE FILL LIKE IF THE AIR BAG HAD OF CAME OUT SHE WOULD STILL BE WITH…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Airbags · April 23, 2013 · crash

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2005 SUZUKI VERONA. AFTER SHUTTING OFF THE ENGINE, FLAMES STARTED TO EMIT FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CONTACTED AND THE FLAMES WERE EXTINGUISHED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THE VEHICLE WAS DEEMED DESTROYED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · August 1, 2014 · fire

“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. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE WAS DESTROYED. THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · October 1, 2012 · fire

“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI VERONA. WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLS WHEN ACCELERATING FROM A STOP. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER SENT THE CONTACT A THIRD PARTY ARBITRATION PAMPHLET TO COMPLETE. HE FILED A LEMON LAW COMPLAINT THROUGH THE STATE ATTORNEY'S GENERAL OFFICE. THE CURRENT…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Transmission · May 1, 2007

“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. HE WAS ABLE TO SAFELY SLOW DOWN THE VEHICLE AND PULL TO THE SHOULDER. HE OBSERVED A SMALL AMOUNT OF SMOKE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Brakes · September 23, 2019 · fire

2005 Suzuki Verona — common questions

Is the 2005 Suzuki Verona reliable?

It is close to typical for the Verona: 77 NHTSA complaints, 2 recalls, and no investigations on file.

What are the most common 2005 Verona problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are airbags (13 complaints), electrical system (12 complaints), engine (12 complaints).

Does the 2005 Suzuki Verona have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns affecting the 2005 Suzuki Verona. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Which Suzuki Verona years should you avoid?

Based on complaint rates and open investigations, the Verona years to avoid are 2004. The cleanest record among Verona years belongs to 2006.

Related

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.