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This 2005 Suzuki Verona has 53 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Airbag Malfunctions.
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2005 Suzuki Verona Fuel Economy
✓ EPA Official DataEPA official fuel economy rating for the 2005 Suzuki Verona.
Source: EPA FuelEconomy.gov. Figures reflect EPA lab testing; real-world results vary by driving style, load, and conditions.
2005 Suzuki Verona Safety Ratings
NHTSA 5-Star ProgramOfficial crash test results from the NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings program. Stars reflect government-conducted tests; higher is safer.
Overall
Not RatedFrontal Crash
Not RatedSide Crash
Not RatedRollover
Not RatedSource: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Ratings are based on government crash tests and may not reflect all trim levels.
SUZUKI VERONA 2005 has 53 NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls. Top issues include airbag malfunctions (13), engine problems (12), and electrical faults (11). Buyers should inspect these systems and verify recall repairs. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
- Make
- Suzuki
- Model
- Verona
- Model year
- 2005
- NHTSA owner complaints
- 53
- Crash-related complaints
- 3
- Safety recall campaigns
- 2
- Top reported component
- Airbag Malfunctions
- Reliability signal
- Severe Issues
- EPA MPG combined
- 21
- EPA MPG city / highway
- 18 / 25
- Fuel type
- Regular Gasoline
- Electronic stability control
- No
Common problems
Most common 2005 Suzuki Verona problems
Top owner-reported complaint areas and where they often appear.
Airbag Malfunctions
Engine Problems
Electrical Faults
Complaint patterns center on Airbag Malfunctions, Engine Problems, Electrical Faults. Use these as a pre-purchase inspection guide, then verify recall and damage history on the specific VIN.
Buyer verdict
Should you buy a used 2005 Suzuki Verona?
The 2005 Suzuki Verona is a high-risk used car due to frequent airbag, engine, and electrical complaints. Only consider if a thorough inspection and recall verification are performed.
Airbag malfunctions and engine problems are costly and safety-critical. Electrical faults can cause unpredictable failures.
May Suit
This year may suit a budget-conscious buyer willing to invest in pre-purchase inspection and potential repairs.
May Want to Avoid
Buyers seeking a reliable, low-maintenance vehicle should avoid the 2005 Verona.
Pre-purchase
What to check before buying a used 2005 Suzuki Verona
Inspection Focus
- Verify airbag system operation and recall status.
- Check engine for unusual noises, leaks, and check engine light.
- Inspect electrical components: lights, windows, and dashboard warnings.
Before You Close the Deal
- Verify airbag recall completion at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Request service records for engine and electrical repairs.
- Have a mechanic inspect the transmission and brakes.
- Test all lights and electrical accessories.
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AI verdict
What the complaint data suggests
Editorial interpretation of NHTSA public complaint data. Source: nhtsa.gov. Complaints are owner-submitted and do not confirm a defect. Methodology
Based on NHTSA complaint data, the 2005 Suzuki Verona has 53 total complaints and 2 recalls, with top issues in airbag malfunctions (13), engine problems (12), and electrical faults (11). Crash-related complaints number 3. Buyers should prioritize inspecting these systems before purchase. Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recall records.
Year context: With only one model year analyzed, no comparison to other years is available.
Recall context: Two recalls indicate known safety defects that must be verified as repaired before purchase.
- Airbag malfunctions account for 13 of 53 complaints, the highest count.
- Engine problems total 12 complaints, a significant concern.
- Electrical faults are reported in 11 complaints, indicating systemic issues.
- Airbag Malfunctions: 13 complaints suggest potential deployment failure.
- Engine Problems: 12 complaints may indicate stalling or performance loss.
- Electrical Faults: 11 complaints could cause intermittent failures.
Full breakdown
All 2005 Suzuki Verona complaints by category
Every owner-reported complaint category filed with NHTSA for the 2005 Suzuki Verona. Use this as a pre-purchase inspection checklist.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbag Malfunctions | 13 | 3 | — | — | |
| Engine Problems | 12 | — | 2 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 11 | — | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Brake System | 6 | — | 1 | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Fuel System | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
In their words
Real owner complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2005 Suzuki Verona. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
This issue pertains to Safety Recall Notice No. XC - All 2004-2006 Suzuki Verona Vehicles - DRL System. Please note, the vehicle manufacturer provided documentation service was performed and the DRL Module (part 38860-84Z21-RX0) was replaced at mileage 49470. My wife and I are th…
VEHICLE DRIVES NORMAL THEN BRAKES LOCK UP CAUSING TIRES TO SKID TO SUDDEN STOP KILLING THE ENGINE AT RANDOM TIMES AND RANDOM SPEEDS THEN STARTS RIGHT BACK UP THEN DOES IT AGAIN AT A RANDOM TIME. *TR
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 SMAL…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI VERONA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V363000 (EXTERIOR LIGHTING). THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. FREEDOM POWERSPORTS (1205 N FUTRALL DR, FAYET…
1-AIRBAG RED WARNING LIGHT ALL WAY STAY ON. 2-PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF YELLOW LIGHT ALL WAY STAY ON EVENT MY UNCLE SEAT ON.(220LBS)
RECALL ON LIGHTNING, SEAT BEAT AND AIRBAG AND ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
2005 SUZUKI VERONA. CONSUMER RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE ABOUT A DEFECT THAT MAY CAUSE MELTING OF THE DAYTIME RUNNING LAMP AND THAT THERE IS A RISK OF FIRE. *MW THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED, THE PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE. *JB
TL*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 TRANSMISS…
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI VERONA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 14V363000 ( EXTERIOR LIGHTING) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL RE…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI VERONA. THE CONTACT RECEIVED A NOTIFICATION OF NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 05V507000 (STEERING) HOWEVER, THE PART TO DO THE REPAIR WAS UNAVAILABLE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE MANUFACTURER EXCEEDED A REASONABLE AMOUNT OF TIME FOR THE RECALL REPAIR. …
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 2005 SUZUKI VERONA. AFTER SHUTTING OFF THE ENGINE, FLAMES STARTED TO EMIT FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CONTACTED AND THE FLAMES WERE EXTINGUISHED. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THE VEHICLE WAS DEEMED DESTROYED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS …
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI VERONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT AFTER SHUTTING THE ENGINE OFF, FLAMES STARTED TO EMIT FROM THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CONTACTED AND THE FIRE WAS EXTINGUISHED. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED. THE VEHICLE…
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 LI…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI VERONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT FAILED TO LOCK IN THE LATCH. IN ADDITION, BOTH THE REAR PASSENGER SEAT BELTS WERE STUCK IN THE LATCH AND WOULD NOT RELEASE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC. THE TECHNICIA…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI VERONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE DRIVER SIDE SEAT BELT BUCKLE WAS DISENGAGED AND WOULD NOT FASTEN. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
IMMEDIATELY AFTER PURCHASING THE 2005 VERONA IN APRIL 2012, FROM A LOCAL USED CAR DEALERSHIP, WE STARTED HAVING PROBLEMS. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON WITHIN A DAY OR TWO, THE AIRBAG AND TIRE PRESSURE WARNING LIGHTS ALSO CAME ON. THE DEALER KEPT TELLING US THEY COULD NOT FIND…
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…
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 - …
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…
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 SUZUKI VERONA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS BEING INSPECTED AT THE DEALER, THE INSPECTOR NOTICED A HOLE IN THE CRADLE THAT HELD THE ENGINE. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE CRADLE NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE DEALER DID NOT REPLACE THE CRADLE.…
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2005 Suzuki Verona.
Safety recalls
2005 Suzuki Verona recalls
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2005 Suzuki Verona. Two recalls indicate known safety defects that must be verified as repaired before purchase. Recalls are free to fix at authorized dealers, but completion status must be verified on the exact VIN.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST:PUMP
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Questions
2005 Suzuki Verona buying FAQ
Buyer-focused answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this model year.
Is the 2005 Suzuki Verona reliable?▾
Severe Issues. NHTSA currently shows 53 owner complaints, 3 crash-related complaints, and 2 recall campaigns for this model year. The 2005 Suzuki Verona is a high-risk used car due to frequent airbag, engine, and electrical complaints. Only consider if a thorough inspection and recall verification are performed. Treat this as a model-year signal, then verify the exact vehicle's condition and history before purchase.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Suzuki Verona?▾
#1: Airbag Malfunctions (13 complaints). #2: Engine Problems (12 complaints). #3: Electrical Faults (11 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2005 Suzuki Verona?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2005 Suzuki Verona?▾
Complaint data is not the same as crash-test scoring, but it does highlight possible risk patterns. For the 2005 Suzuki Verona, NHTSA complaints include 3 crash-related reports and 4 fire reports out of 53 total complaints. 4 injury reports are also on file. For controlled crash-test ratings, check nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2005 Suzuki Verona have any recalls?▾
Yes. 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2005 Suzuki Verona. A major recall area is EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS. Two recalls indicate known safety defects that must be verified as repaired before purchase. Always verify open recalls by VIN because completion status varies by vehicle.
Should I buy a 2005 Suzuki Verona?▾
The 2005 Suzuki Verona is a high-risk used car due to frequent airbag, engine, and electrical complaints. Only consider if a thorough inspection and recall verification are performed. Airbag malfunctions and engine problems are costly and safety-critical. Electrical faults can cause unpredictable failures. Pay extra attention to Airbag Malfunctions during inspection. Before committing, run a VIN history report to verify accidents, title brands, odometer records, and recall completion for the exact car.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpectorAI.
Wider context: See the full Suzuki Verona reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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