2007 Suzuki Forenza Suspension Problems

“I brought a brand new 2007 Suzuki Forenza in 2007 and since then have had problems ever since. In the first week I brought it the timing belt had broke. Soon after the transmission messed up and was told the engine needed to be rebuilt. Thanks to my extended vehicle warranty (not by Suzuki) I was able to get this fixed without paying out of pocket. Now not even two years later I am being told that the front strut mount and struts are going bad and need to be replaced (estimated at $687.00). …”

“I bought a 2007 Suzuki Forenza on march 1, 2008. On june 9th I experienced pinging noises from the engine area. Dealer told me it was motor mounts. On june 17th it happened again and I was told it was now the strut. To the day 6-25-2008 they still have no idea what it is and I was ultimately forced to purchase a different vehicle. They are also making me pay an upside down balance owed on car that I had for 3 months.”

“The contact owns a 2007 Suzuki Forenza. While driving approximately 60 MPH on normal road conditions, the vehicle began wobbling excessively. The vehicle would gradually change direction without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection and the rear struts were determined to be the cause of the failure. The vehicle has not been repaired. The repair cost was estimated at $580. In addition, the transmission failed to shift gears and the gear sensor was replaced. The interior door handles on the front and rear passenger side were also replaced. …”

“2007 Suzuki Forenza. Vehicle began pulling to the left while driving on the freeway. Consumer states that the dealer told her that the tires needed air. Then they said the car needed an alignment when putting air in the tires did not correct the problem. The consumer went to another mechanic, however they were unable to perform the alignment and suggested that she take the vehicle back to dealer to have the specifications checked.”