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2006 Suzuki Aerio Air bags Problems

Complaints
5about this part
Share
19%of 27 total for the year
Median mileage
36,000miles
Trend
Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.

NHTSA recorded 5 complaints about the air bags of the 2006 Suzuki Aerio, 19% of the 27 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 36,000 miles.

Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.

Example complaints

Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.

“Air bag light on dashboard stays on;when reported to dealership,I was advised that this indicates air bags would not deploy in case of an accident ;dealership(Suzuki courtesy in pittsburgh pa)rejects any responsibility for defect and would not take care of this issue free of charge); never had any accidents with car,but if air bags will not deploy statement is correct,I am concerned for the safety of anyone driving this car in my household. …”

NHTSA complaint #10436298, filed 2011-11, 36,000 miles

“The contact owns a 2006 Suzuki Aerio. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH, the front passenger side seat belt became abnormally tight and caused welts to the passenger's neck. The contact also noticed that the air bag warning light was illuminated continuously and a message that indicated that the passenger side air bag was deactivated. The problem recurred multiple times. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and they were unable to reset the air bag light and informed the contact that the seat belts needed to be replaced. …”

NHTSA complaint #10615902, filed 2014-07, 47,000 miles

“Airbag warning light stays on. Purchase this vehicle new in 2006. Dealer refuses to repair, no warranty to cover defects. Thought that this problem were isolated, but is very wide spread.”

NHTSA complaint #10605177, filed 2014-06

Air bags: other model years

YearComplaintsShare of year
2006519%
200529%
200313%

Other parts of the 2006 Suzuki Aerio

Brakes
7 complaints
Engine cooling
4 complaints
Other or unknown
2 complaints
Seat belts
2 complaints
Body and structure
2 complaints
Tires
2 complaints
Vehicle speed control
2 complaints
Electrical system
1 complaints
Fuel system
1 complaints
Steering
1 complaints
Suspension
1 complaints
Transmission and drivetrain
1 complaints

← All problems reported for the 2006 Suzuki Aerio

About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.

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