2005 Suzuki Aerio Problems
- Complaints
- 22filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 17,598miles, 15 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- —overall rating starts with 2011 models
- EPA fuel economy
- 24 mpgcombined, 2.3L 4-cyl FWD · 22 city / 28 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2005 Suzuki Aerio (complaints, recalls, investigations), EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 22 consumer complaints for the 2005 Suzuki Aerio. The part named most often is suspension, with 7 complaints (32% of the total), followed by brakes (4) and tires (3). 15 of the complaints include a mileage, and 73% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 17,598 miles. Of all complaints, 3 involved a crash, 3 a fire, 3 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 8 technical service bulletins for this model year. Suspension complaints overlap with 4 technical service bulletins filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Suspension7 32%
- Brakes4 18%
- Tires3 14%
- Air bags2 9.1%
- Engine cooling2 9.1%
- Exterior lighting1 4.5%
- Other or unknown1 4.5%
- Vehicle speed control1 4.5%
Example complaints
Suspension: “When my vehicle had 11,295 miles on it I had to replace the tires as they had excessive wear. The viscous coupling was replaced and the alignment was changed per my work order as recommended by the ts bulletin 11225. Now my car has 30,000 miles on it and I have to replace my tires again. Obviously there is something wrong with the manufacturing of the vehicle itself as to cause two set of tires to be worn bare after only 30,000 miles. …”
NHTSA complaint #10181750, filed 2007-02, 11,295 milesBrakes: “I purchased my Aerio 2005 Suzuki dec 2004, in nov 2005 tires worn prematurely on 10,503 mileage, front brakes pads and rotors has to be replaced. I took car to dealership:replaced pads, mashined rotors and aligned/replaced one tire. Month later I come back to dealership with the problem to stop the car on the speed 15ml/h: push the brakes pedal to the floor, car did not stoped. Mechanik drive car, check the brakes and said brakes working fine as it is has to work as ABS system, but my car does not has ABS system. Sep.2006 I did inspection with change oil service. …”
NHTSA complaint #10172359, filed 2006-11, 10,600 milesTires: “I bought my 2005 Suzuki Aerio a year ago, brand new with only 500 miles on it. In 9 months with only 21,000 miles on it, I have had to replace 3 sets of brakes on the vehicle and a whole new set of tires.”
NHTSA complaint #10165268, filed 2006-08Transmission and drivetrain: “The contact owns a 2005 Suzuki Aerio. The contact stated that while attempting to make a turn both axles fractured. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who decided to replace the tie rod, front suspension, the drive shaft and the entire front axle system. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was repaired. Thefirst failure mileage was 81,970 and the second mileage was 94,653. Updated 12/28/12 updated 1/14/2013”
NHTSA complaint #10481524, filed 2012-10, 81,970 milesMileage when problems were reported
73% of the 15 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 9,700 and 39,105 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2005 Suzuki Aerio version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aerio FWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 22 | 28 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Aerio FWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 22 | 28 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Aerio AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 21 | 26 | 23 | $2,900 |
| Aerio SX FWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 22 | 28 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Aerio SX FWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 22 | 28 | 24 | $2,800 |
| Aerio SX AWD | 2.3L 4-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 21 | 26 | 23 | $2,900 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 07V307000Jul 15, 2007Power train › Manual transmissionCovers: Suzuki Aerio 2002–2006
On certain vehicles equipped with 5-speed manual transmissions, due to improper shape of the clip, the retaining clip that keeps the gear shift cable attached to the gear shift lever can contact the gear shift lever housing if excessive lateral force is…
Recall details for the 2005 Suzuki Aerio → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 8 on record; the latest 8 are shown.
- 10216558Jul 8, 2022Suspension, Body and structure. 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.
- 10152052Nov 20, 2018Suspension, Equipment. 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…
- 10028704May 1, 2009Transmission and drivetrain. Suzuki: parts list for repairing manual transaxle 5th gear concerns such as popping out of gear while driving. Worn or failed 5th gear synchronizer, 5th gear, and related parts.
- 10019618Apr 5, 2006Engine cooling. No tachometer indication and/or mil on; dtc p0727 (engine speed input circuit no signal).
- 10019165Feb 16, 2006Suspension. Clunking noise from under the vehicle.
- 10018529Jan 5, 2006Suspension, Tires. Abnormal rear tire wear.
- 10015909Aug 16, 2005Engine cooling. Modification of main bearing oil clearance and the bearing selection procedure. 2002-2005 suzuki aero-rh420/rh423
- 10014812May 10, 2005Equipment. Service manual correction of alignment specifications.
Other model years of the Suzuki Aerio
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 27 | 23,000 | 1 | — | 24 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2005 | 22 | 17,598 | 1 | — | 24 | — | Stable |
| 2004 | 14 | 18,036 | 1 | — | 24 | — | Not enough data |
| 2003 | 36 | 25,480 | 2 | — | 25 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2002 | 13 | 27,000 | 2 | — | 25 | — | Not enough data |
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2005 Suzuki Aerio have?
NHTSA recorded 22 consumer complaints for the 2005 Suzuki Aerio as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2005 Suzuki Aerio is reported most often?
Suspension is named most often, in 7 complaints (32% of the total), followed by brakes with 4.
Has the 2005 Suzuki Aerio been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2005 Suzuki Aerio get?
The EPA rates the 2005 Suzuki Aerio (Aerio, 2.3L 4-cyl) at 24 mpg combined, 22 city and 28 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,800 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2005 Suzuki Aerio reported?
Among the 15 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 17,598 miles and the middle half falls between 9,700 and 39,105 miles; 73% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.