2006 Suzuki Forenza engine problems

Filed Sep 29, 2016 · Acceleration, Engine · 119,000 miles · OH

Vehicle sporadically stalls while driving, not a stop light or sign but while the car is actively being driven and the accelerator is depressed. Most recently it has begun to rev up between 4,000 and 5,000 RPM. When this happens, I put the car in neutral to try to get it back to normal. 2 days ago when this happened it caused me to hit a pot hole hard enough to break my driver side ball joint and lower control arm. I see recalls for other, same year model suzukis that experienced this same issue. I don't think I should have to pay to repair a known mechanical defect. There is also an the federal safety agency id describing this issue as well. It is extremely scary to have the car reving that high and trying to control it. I am thankful that I only hit a pot hole and not another vehicle or worse.

Filed Sep 6, 2016 · Engine · 80,000 miles · MS

When putting the car in gear in either reverse or drive, there is a loud thunk and jumping feeling. There will also be an 'x' on the instrument panel next to the 'd' for drive on the shift selector. I have researched what the problem could be and it is the the range transmission sensor, it appears after researching this is a very chronic problem in the suzuki forenza.

Filed Mar 25, 2016 · Acceleration, Engine · 42,800 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 suzuki forenza. While driving 30 MPH, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the vehicle failed to respond. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the throttle body sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 42,800.

Filed Jan 25, 2016 · Electrical, Engine · CA

I face the heat engine and electrical problems like the other suzuki cars of similar models driving in the highway.

Filed Jun 7, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 121,000 miles · MI

Battery indicator and brake indicator illuminated on the cluster panel. When in drive, the display showing what gear you are in flashes an unrecognizable signal. Some trouble accelerating.

Filed Feb 20, 2015 · Engine · 50,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 suzuki forenza. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start until after repeated attempts. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, who informed that the engine overheated and caused internal damage to the engine. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The approximate failure mileage was 50,000.

Filed Dec 18, 2014 · Engine, Fuel system · 145,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 suzuki forenza. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the engine stalled. In addition, the contact noticed that there was fuel leaking from the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 145,000.

Filed Nov 6, 2014 · Acceleration, Engine · 70,000 miles · TX

I bought my 2006 suzuki forenza brand new. The engine gave out on me in 2009. I replaced the engine once. Additional to the engine problems, one day while exiting from a major highway, the car just stopped going about 45 MPH and started going about 10 MPH, while a noticeable flashing square with a blinking line comes up on the gear indicator, on the dash. I almost caused an accident. I was told it was the transmission range sensor which I've now replaced two times. Note: brand new transmission range sensors were placed and still have the same issue. When I put it from park to drive (gear), the motor jerks and feels like the motor's going to fall off. The catalytic converter has also failed to pass inspection. The A/C gave out about 2 years from the time I bought it (brand new car). It's not a reliable car, at all. Once I fix something, something else breaks. Then the paint on the door handles is chipped off, I've had two door handles break on the interior, now I hear it has electrical problems under the dash. I haven't had this issue but not looking forward to it. It constantly drains my wallet, therefore the car has been sitting in the driveway pending repairs which might not be beneficial to continue making.

Filed Nov 4, 2014 · Engine · 96,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 suzuki forenza. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the vehicle suddenly shut off and failed to restart. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the engine was faulty. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 96,000.

Filed Aug 2, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 89,000 miles · MO

My engine died while driving. My battery (which was replaced 7 months prior) also died. When I tried to get a jump start, the engine would run for a few moments before dying again. I had the vehicle toed to a lot and haven't been able to afford repairs, so I had it scrapped.