2006 Suzuki Forenza: complete transmission failure

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 Oct 2, 2013 · Transmission · 102,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 suzuki forenza. The contact stated that the transmission warning light illuminated and caused the gears to engage with force. As a result, the engine overheated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who replaced the transmission range sensor however, the failure was not corrected. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was 102,000 and the current mileage was 145,000.

Filed Jul 2, 2013 · Transmission · 45,426 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 suzuki forenza. The contact stated that after shifting into reverse, a loud and unusual noise was heard from the vehicle. The contact then shifted into drive and depressed the accelerator however, the vehicle proceeded to roll in reverse. The gear selector box then displayed an abnormal symbol of a square with an "x" over the symbol. The dealer was contacted and stated that he had never seen such a symbol. A diagnostic was performed and the contact was advised that there was a transmission failure. There were unknown repairs made to the vehicle however, the failure recurred. The failure was reported to the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 45,426. The current mileage was 67,000. Updated 9/4/13 *cn the consumer stated the drive gears slipped while driving on the freeway. Power was completely lost, but the vehicle did not stall. On june 22,2013, the consumer put the vehicle in reverse and a symbol displayed, when she stepped on the accelerator, there was a click and a jerk.

Filed Aug 13, 2012 · Electrical, Transmission · 31,660 miles · IL

Accelerating up a hill, the check engine light came on solid (not flashing) and the "d" on the dash display where "drive" is signaled was flashing an incomprehensible icon that was not found in the owner's manual (looked like a square with two slashes through it.) the new transmission signal would flash for 10-15 miles or so starting during acceleration. The part that the dealership replaced was a "transmission range switch."

Filed Sep 23, 2011 · Transmission · 70,000 miles · TX

I bought this car brand new in 06.this is he 2nd time I have to replace the transmission range sensor.this is a safety hazzard I believe this part should be on the recall list. Im not satisfied with suzuki cars anymore. Seems as though suzuki dont care about safety or about customer loyalty. I will never ever buy a suzuki again.

Filed Nov 28, 2010 · Transmission · 93,000 miles · TX

The check engine light keeps coming on. While driving approximately 30 MPH the vehicle stopped accelerating. The vehicle was stopped and shifted into park. Upon shifting it back into drive the vehicle operated as normal. Also, as I move the gear into park, drive or reverse, the car jerks through each gear and drives real slow before picking up the speed that can be very dangerous especially at the intersections with oncoming traffic. Previously, I had taken the car to dealership for same reason who told me to replace the transmission range sensor. Since it was not covered under warranty I spent over $300 to get it replaced. Four months later, engine light came back again and the car has same problems as before. Please help.

Filed Feb 18, 2010 · Transmission · 64,500 miles · TN

2006 suzuki forenza. Vehicle shifts out of gear while driving. The dealer who will be repairing this defect stated that this is a problem on most forenza vehicles. A switch on the outside of the transmission needs replacing and it will cost $186 to replace. He also stated that this happens so often on forenza vehicles that he advised everyone to keep their receipt in the event of a company recall.