2008 Suzuki Forenza Exterior lighting Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 7%of 152 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 80,121miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the exterior lighting of the 2008 Suzuki Forenza, 7% of the 152 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 80,121 miles. 4 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
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.
“I bought the car from a dealership mccann car lot in sparta nc mccann told me it was the best car on the lot he drove me through town telling me there was no problem with the car then let me drive it a short distance insured me the car was in perfect condition when I drove the car home after we went to get inspected which nothing was checked junior mccann told them nothing was wrong the driver side headlight melted the cover now can't drive the car because the heater smells so bad I got sick from inhaled the odor I reported this to junior mccann his reply was I was smelling something he…”
NHTSA complaint #11208565, filed 2019-05, 95,566 miles“We were sent a safety recall notice dated 7/22/2014 stating there is a defect relating to abnormal operation of the high and/or low beam headlamps and the daytime running lamps. The notification states recall service parts are not yet available to correct this condition. Providing repair parts is a top priority, however, their availability is not known at this time. Vehicle owners will be notified by mail when repair parts are available and scheduling appointments can then begin . It has been nearly one full year and no further communication from Suzuki motor of america, inc. …”
NHTSA complaint #10731838, filed 2015-07, 42,000 miles“My head lights were on dim, there was a flash and one light went out. About a mile later, the other head light went out. I had to run with my high beams on because I had no dim headlights. I received a recall letter that states that my car could be affected and I want this fixed! This car is my only way of going.”
NHTSA complaint #10700900, filed 2015-03“Please help! My 2008 Suzuki Forenza : is giving so much problems,I told the dealership and they said nothing is wrong. With the car,but the light stay on all the time ,and I don't feel safe,can you help me?thank you for your help.”
NHTSA complaint #10522063, filed 2013-06“The contact owns a 2008 Suzuki Forenza. The contact stated that while parked, the daytime running lights would not turn off and caused the battery to drain. In addition, the vehicle caught on fire. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 14v262000 (steering) but did not confirm if the vehicle was included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 59,000.”
NHTSA complaint #10618682, filed 2014-08, 59,000 milesRelated recalls
- 14V262000May 19, 2014Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Forenza vehicles, and 2005-2008 Reno vehicles manufactured from September 1…Covers: Suzuki Forenza 2004–2008, Reno 2005–2008
Exterior lighting: other model years
Other parts of the 2008 Suzuki Forenza
79 complaintsAir bags
32 complaintsElectrical system
32 complaintsEngine
22 complaintsVehicle speed control
18 complaintsEngine cooling
7 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsTires
4 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsWheels
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Suzuki Forenza
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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