2008 Suzuki Forenza recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2008 Suzuki Forenza; the most frequently affected component is exterior lighting — headlights. Owners filed 152 complaints, most often about power train. Among the 5 model years of this model in the database, 2008 ranks #5 for number of recalls.

Recalls1

Complaints152

Crashes reported5in stored complaints

Fires reported6in stored complaints

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Recalls (1)

Exterior lighting — HeadlightsCampaign 14V262000 · 19 May 2014

Problem: Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Forenza vehicles, and 2005-2008 Reno vehicles manufactured from September 1, 2003, through July 30, 2008. In the affected vehicles, heat may be generated in the headlamp switch or daytime running light (DRL) module which could melt the headlamp switch or the DRL module.

Risk: If the heat generated within the headlamp switch or DRL module located on the left side of the steering column melts the headlamp switch or DRL module, there is an increased risk of a fire.

Remedy: Suzuki will replace the signal switch and add a jumper relay kit and will replace the DRL Module in teh instrument panel harness. Suzuki distributed to owners an interim letter on July 30, 2014. The recall began October 29, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is XA.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Power train14 · 35%

Electrical system13 · 32%

Air bags9 · 22%

Engine8 · 20%

Exterior lighting5 · 12%

Vehicle speed control4 · 10%

Service brakes3 · 8%

Unknown or other2 · 5%

When complaints were filed

20144

201517

201611

20174

20182

20191

20221

From owner complaints

Tl* the contact owned a 2008 suzuki forenza. While driving approximately 30 mph, another vehicle crashed into the front end of the contact's vehicle. The air bags did not deploy. The contact sustained a neck and a back injury that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The…
Air bags · Dec 2014 · NHTSA complaint record

I was driving on the interstate and just passed a semi truck going about 65 mph and then my car suddenly switched gears into neutral on it's own. I was able to pull over to the side of the road safely and restart the car a couple times for it to reset and go back to normal. I was on my way to the dealership when this…
Power train · Dec 2014 · NHTSA complaint record

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 suzuki forenza. The contact stated that the driver side air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 78,125.
Air bags · Dec 2015 · NHTSA complaint record

Transmission regulation sensor - car jumping out of gear while driving. Dangerous very dangerous. *tr
Power train · Aug 2016 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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