2005 Suzuki Verona Problems
- Complaints
- 53filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 62,500miles, 36 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 2campaigns 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
- 21 mpgcombined, 2.5L 6-cyl FWD · 18 city / 25 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2005 Suzuki Verona (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
What owners report
Owners of the 2005 Suzuki Verona most often describe the engine stalling or losing power while driving, and a check engine light that comes back on. Stall reports span mileages from about 1,000 to about 132,000 miles, with most listed mileages between about 15,000 and 60,000, and stalls can happen while slowing, stopping, or pulling away. Some owners also report airbag warning lights, shifter and transmission problems, and brake or ABS problems, and some crash reports describe airbags that did not deploy.
- Engine cooling
Engine stalls or loses power while driving
- 12 complaints (23%)
- median 33,500 mi at 4.2 yrs old (10 state mileage)
- 1 mention a crash, fire or injury
- filed 2006–2014
Owners describe the engine cutting out at speeds from about 20 to 65 mph, sometimes while decelerating, pulling away from a stop, or idling, and in some cases the engine does not restart right away. Others describe a temporary loss of power, hesitation when accelerating, or the engine entering a reduced-power mode. According to the complaints, the dealer replaced parts such as the throttle body and MAP sensors, and in some cases a shop could not reproduce the problem. Most listed mileages fall between about 15,000 and 60,000 miles, though some are above 100,000 miles.
What to check: Ask for repair records that show what was tested or replaced for stalling and whether any trouble codes were found and cleared. On a test drive, include stops and gentle acceleration from a stop, since complaints describe stalls in those situations.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“My wife was traveling from home when her 2005 Suzuki Verona just started stalling and it cut off. It cut off without notice or warning. She attempted to restart car and when doing so the car did not start. Then she tried again it started and drove it back home with the airbag light on and service engine light illuminated. I then had the spark plugs replaced and fixed the corroded battery terminal. …”
NHTSA complaint #10651154, filed 2014-10, 132,000 miles“From a full stop I stepped on the accelerator to get up to 40 miles an hour then loose power, speed drops down to 20 to 25 miles and hour and then the engine light starts flashing. Power returns and engine light stops flashing and stays on. This has happen dozens of times and I have take it in to the dealer to be repaired today will be the 4th time for the same thing. I have stopped driving it on the hwy because I was almost hit by a truck when entering hwy and lost power. …”
NHTSA complaint #10183269, filed 2007-02, 1,006 miles - Electrical system
Check engine light that comes back on
- 11 complaints (21%)
- median 35,051 mi at 4.8 yrs old (8 state mileage, few)
- filed 2006–2014
Owners describe a check engine or service engine light that comes on, stays on, or returns after repairs. Complaints mention replaced sensors, a throttle body, and gas caps, and in some cases the dealer could not find the reason for the light. Other complaints link the light to stalling or loss of power, or to a wire short near the front fender that was repaired. Mileage is listed for most of these reports, ranging from about 250 to about 89,000 miles.
What to check: Ask whether the ECM reprogramming in the service bulletin for unintended trouble codes was performed, and have any stored codes read with a scan tool before buying. Ask for records of any wiring repair near the left front fender, since a complaint links a warning light to a wire short there.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“My car's check engine light came on a month after I got the car in 2007. The throttle body had to be replaced on it. The dealership paid for it to be replaced. In 2008 my car did the same thing and the throttle body had to be replaced again. Now, my car is coming up with the same code again. This is keeping me from getting my car inspected.”
NHTSA complaint #10297599, filed 2009-12, 89,000 miles“I own a 2005 Suzuki Verona lx and my ABS light and service engine light came on and stayed on. Took to dealer and it was computer scanned and found c1200 c1201 and found a short to ground in wire near left front fender well. Short was repaired. And lights went out. While driving home the ABS light come on. I returned to dealer and was told that they needed to order a part for the hub on the car. It had to be ordered.”
NHTSA complaint #10262489, filed 2009-03, 45,102 miles - Air bags
Airbag warning light stays on
- 9 complaints (17%)
- median 77,220 mi at 6.3 yrs old (5 state mileage, few)
- filed 2006–2016
Owners describe the airbag warning light coming on without warning, staying on continuously, or returning after a repair. According to the complaints, the dealer found a corroded connector, a loose connection, or a faulty sensor, and the light sometimes came back afterward. Some owners say a later repair was not covered by warranty when the light returned. Mileage is often not listed; where it is given, reports range from about 15,000 to about 132,000 miles.
What to check: Ask whether the passenger air bag sensing service bulletin was performed, and check that the airbag warning light goes out after the key is turned on. Ask for records of any airbag connector or sensor repairs, including whether a later repair was covered.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“I have a 2005 Suzuki Verona and I had problems with the air bag one year after I got the car I had to have the air bag replace and as well as the gas cap replace several times to were it would make the engine light come on I took my car to have them check my air bag light and they said since it wasn;t under warranty I have to pay to have the air bag replace again . And I didn't feel that was right because it was an issue that they had already fixed.”
NHTSA complaint #10390267, filed 2011-03, 77,220 miles“Air bag light is on. Per an independent auto repair shop, they've found the following recall: TSB # 36690-86210. My local Suzuki dealer denies there's a recall. I need to get clarification in order to get the air bag repaired.”
NHTSA complaint #10505782, filed 2013-04 - Transmission and drivetrain
Shifter and transmission shift problems
- 6 complaints (11%)
- median 80,083 mi at 6.1 yrs old (4 state mileage, few)
- filed 2006–2015
Owners describe the shifter not fully engaging Park, leaving the driver unsure whether the car is in Park and unable to remove the key. Other complaints describe hesitation or hiccuping when shifting, a clunk when selecting reverse, and the car not shifting out of first gear. According to the complaints, the transmission was replaced more than once, and in some cases the problem returned after the work; a service bulletin in the list covers a loose shift lever and a broken tension spring. Where mileage is listed, these reports fall between about 68,000 and 144,000 miles.
What to check: Confirm on a test drive that the shifter engages Park fully and that the key can be removed, and ask whether the shift lever service bulletin was performed. Ask for records of any transmission replacement, including the mileage and the reason given.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“When putting vehicle into reverse I hear a loud clunk and the r on the dashboard is all jumbled. When I put it into d there also is a loud clink . The car accelerates real slow/hard. Does not shift out of first gear. I have had it checked and the code that comes up is p0705 - failed transmission range sensor. Have not been able to find anyone that will/can replace it due to the fact that they are having a hard time finding the part. Can someone give me some guidance on this. …”
NHTSA complaint #10608905, filed 2014-07, 144,000 miles“Transmission has had to be replaced 3 times in 2005 Suzuki Verona. Initial problem started 1 month after purchase (new), but dealership managed to replace several other parts first and finally consented to replace transmission 3 months after purchase date. 2nd replacement was exactly 4 years later at 68,000 miles. After transmission replaced, could hear strange sound from under hood and took it back to dealership. Dealer said it was tire noise . One week later we are now getting a third transmission. …”
NHTSA complaint #10310894, filed 2010-02, 68,000 miles - Brakes
Brake failure and ABS or rotor problems
- 6 complaints (11%)
- median 61,114 mi at 10.3 yrs old (4 state mileage, few)
- 1 mention a crash, fire or injury
- filed 2006–2020
Owners describe brakes that do not slow the vehicle as expected, sometimes requiring the pedal to be pumped to stop, and brakes that lock up or shudder with noise. Complaints describe the ABS warning light coming back on after work, and repairs that replaced rotors, brake pads, or an ABS wheel sensor, with symptoms sometimes returning soon after. According to the complaints, the dealer gave different explanations, such as warped rotors or a broken sensor. Where mileage is listed, these reports range from about 48,000 to about 97,000 miles.
What to check: Ask whether the wheel speed sensor service bulletin was performed, and request records of any brake or ABS sensor repairs. A test drive with firm stops from moderate speed can show whether the brakes respond consistently and whether the ABS light stays off.
2 excerpts from owner complaints in NHTSA records
“The Suzuki Verona had brake failure numerous times. The first incident happened during the week of april 26, 2007. The brakes would not function and made a loud sound and vibrated. I had to pump on them to get the car to stop. The ABS light came on at this time. I immediately took it to the repair shop, and they told me the brakes and rotors needed to be replaced. They replaced the brakes, but the ABS light came on again. …”
NHTSA complaint #10191515, filed 2007-05, 48,000 miles“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 emanating from his vehicle. Upon exiting the vehicle and opening the hood, he saw more smoke and flames between the engine and firewall. He advised his passenger to exit the vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #11291336, filed 2019-12, 72,000 miles
Buying note. A used-car buyer should ask for records of stalling, warning light, and brake repairs, confirm that the shifter and airbag sensing service bulletins were addressed, and include stops and pulls away from a standstill in the test drive.
Summary written with AI from a sample of 51 NHTSA complaints for this model year (picked at random, with complaints that state a mileage and recent ones taken first), then checked automatically against the source records. Where a problem shows a complaint count, every complaint for this model year was matched with fixed keyword rules (written with AI and tested against the sample), and the mileage, age and repair figures are calculated from those complaints; owners' figures are as stated, not verified. Other counts refer to the sample. The excerpts come from NHTSA's public complaint records and are unverified; capitalisation is normalised, NHTSA staff notes are removed, and shortened text ends with “…”. Something wrong? Request a correction.
NHTSA recorded 53 consumer complaints for the 2005 Suzuki Verona. 36 of the complaints include a mileage, and 44% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 62,500 miles. Of all complaints, 3 involved a crash, 4 a fire, 4 an injury, 1 a death, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 15 technical service bulletins for this model year.
Not compared (before 2008). Model years 2008–2023 of the same vehicle that have at least 25 complaints are compared, and a model needs at least 3 of them.
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.
- Air bags13 25%
- Electrical system11 21%
- Engine cooling9 17%
- Brakes6 11%
- Exterior lighting5 9.4%
- Fuel system5 9.4%
- Engine3 5.7%
- Other or unknown3 5.7%
- Equipment2 3.8%
Also reported: Seat belts (2), Steering (2), Body and structure (2), Vehicle speed control (2), Seats (1), Suspension (1), Tires (1), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Air bags: “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 us today . The loss is very upsetting . I would like someone to check on a recall for the airbag recall”
NHTSA complaint #10510599, filed 2013-05, 76,500 milesElectrical system: “The car in question 2005 Suzuki Verona stalls when slowing down or coming to a complete stop, some time it start right up, some time it doesn't. Some time it starts up and shuts down immediately.when the car stall you lose all control, steering wheel locks up. Took it to a shop no code came up , looking at recalls now.”
NHTSA complaint #10573527, filed 2014-03, 115,000 milesEngine cooling: “I purchased the 2004 Suzuki Verona last year from a third party. The engine stalls in the middle of the street. It completely stops. Last year it stopped completely and would not turn on. Luckily no cars were behind me. I had to call the tow truck and fix it. The problem was with the fuel injection. I went online and checked for recall. There were recalls for the engine stall but only for 2004. The corporate office informed me that since it was a 2005 year, they cannot fix the problem. I spent almost $700 and now the problem started arising again last saturday. The engine almost stalled. …”
NHTSA complaint #10628422, filed 2014-08, 57,000 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “The contact owns a 2005 Suzuki Verona. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated when shifting. Also, the contact stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired however, the failure recurred. The vehicle transmission was replaced three times, but the failure persisted. The failure mileage was 90,000. Updated 09/21/15.”
NHTSA complaint #10682268, filed 2015-02, 90,000 milesMileage when problems were reported
44% of the 36 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 21,813 and 80,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2005 Suzuki Verona. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verona · sedan | not rated | 3 / 4 | — | — | — |
Ratings before the 2011 model year come from an older, less demanding test and are not comparable with ratings for 2011 and later.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2005 Suzuki Verona 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Verona FWD | 2.5L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | 18 | 25 | 21 | $3,200 |
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
- 14V363000Jun 24, 2014Exterior lighting › HeadlightsCovers: Suzuki Verona 2004–2006
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…
- 05V507000Nov 3, 2005Steering › Hydraulic power assist › PumpCovers: Suzuki Verona 2005–2006
On certain passenger vehicles, the power steering pump pulley may separate from the power steering pump due to inadequate wall thickness of the pulley.
Recall details for the 2005 Suzuki Verona → · 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. 15 on record; the latest 10 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, 2018Equipment, Suspension. 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…
- 10018837Oct 12, 2015Engine cooling. Service manual update: egr dtcs p0400, p0401 and p0402.
- 10030250Sep 1, 2009Transmission and drivetrain. Suzuki: automatic transmission shift lever is loose in the shift gate and/or ignition key cannot be removed. The transmission gear shift lever does not hold firmly to the left of the shift gate as…
- 10024352Jan 1, 2008Transmission and drivetrain. Automatic transmission control module initialization procedure.
- 10024198Jan 1, 2008Transmission and drivetrain. Automatic transmission control module initialization procedure. My 2004-2006 verona (rp625).
- 10020249Aug 22, 2006Engine cooling. O2 sensor replacement, affected vin list, customer satisfaction service action.
- 10019979May 18, 2006Electrical system. Wire harness insulation damage behind the left front fender liner.
- 10019168Feb 16, 2006Air bags. Passenger air bag sensing system. Passenger air bag off light on when if should be off.
- 10019167Feb 16, 2006Air bags. Passenger air bag sensing system. Passenger air bag off light on when if should be off.
Other model years of the Suzuki Verona
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | 8 | 42,500 | 2 | — | 20 | — | Not enough data |
| 2005 | 53 | 62,500 | 2 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
| 2004 | 155 | 9,000 | 5 | — | 20 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Suzuki Verona?
Owners of the 2005 Suzuki Verona most often describe the engine stalling or losing power while driving, and a check engine light that comes back on. The issues reported most often: Engine stalls or loses power while driving; Check engine light that comes back on; Airbag warning light stays on.
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2005 Suzuki Verona have?
NHTSA recorded 53 consumer complaints for the 2005 Suzuki Verona as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2005 Suzuki Verona is reported most often?
Air bags is named most often, in 13 complaints (25% of the total), followed by electrical system with 11.
Has the 2005 Suzuki Verona been recalled?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2005 Suzuki Verona get?
The EPA rates the 2005 Suzuki Verona (Verona, 2.5L 6-cyl) at 21 mpg combined, 18 city and 25 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,200 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2005 Suzuki Verona reported?
Among the 36 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 62,500 miles and the middle half falls between 21,813 and 80,000 miles; 44% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. 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.