Air Bag light came on in the Dash, also passenger seat belt not on light came on in the clock. I took the car to Planet Automotive Group here in Charlotte, they ran a Diagnostic on the vehicle and found a b1448 code for passenger seat mat defect. I called the manufacture at [XXX] talked to a person named [XXX], I was told this is no longer under warranty and they could not help. I disagreed with her, told her this was a very serious safety issue and they should help with the cost of replaced/repair. Was told sorry. Need you help am 85 year old and don't have funds for new seat which cost $3750.00 INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
The worst 2007 Suzuki Forenza problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Transmission129
- Electrical51
- Engine44
- Airbags37
- Lights18
- Locks17
- Acceleration16
- Seat belts14
- Body12
- Steering7
- Tires7
- Suspension6
- Driver assistance5
- Brakes4
- Fuel system4
- Visibility3
- Seats2
Specific symptoms reported on the 2007 Suzuki Forenza
Check engine light 60Door locks 28Airbag light 19Headlights 18Jerking 18Fire or smoke 16Slipping 12Stalling 12Harsh shifting 11Transmission failure 10Hesitation 8No deployment 7Loss of power 7Seat belt 6Won't shift 6
Trouble codes owners of the 2007 Suzuki Forenza mention
P0705 7P0700 4
Recalls 2
Exterior lighting: headlights
- What is wrong
- 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.
Recall number 14V262000 · Recall details
Seat belts: front: buckle assembly
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, the front seat belt tongue will not latch into the buckle and, in rare cases, even the locked tongue will pop out by low stretching force. If the buckle does not latch completely, the buckle could release without pressing the release button.
- Risk
- These buckle malfunctions, which could prevent a person from using the seat belt or could cause the seat belt to fail to function as designed, can increase the risk of injury in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the front driver and passenger seat belt buckles with the improved part free of charge. The recall began on august 31, 2007. Owners may contact suzuki at 1‑800‑934‑0934.
Recall number 07V315000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2007 Suzuki Forenza 13
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Reminder of the importance to conduct safety inspections for rust damage to suspension and related parts...
- This Service Bulletin was sent by Suzuki Motor Corporation to its authorized Suzuki automobile...
- This service bulletin updates a bulletin originally issued on may 18, 2016, concerning a special warranty...
- Suzuki: suzuki has replacement oil pumps that have a threaded plug
- Suzuki vehicle: counter measure procedure for DTC P2135
- Suzuki vehicles: counter measure procedure for DTC P2138
- Suzuki vehicles: automatic transmission shift lever is loose in the shift gate and/or ignition key cannot...
- Hard to find fuel odor; diagnostic information. nj
- Required automatic transmission control module initialization procedure
- P0441 or P0496 (evaporative emission system continuous purge flow)
2007 Suzuki Forenza fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.0L 4‑cyl | FWD | 19-20 | 27-28 | 22-23 |
What 2007 Suzuki Forenza owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 suzuki forenza. While the vehicle was stationary, the high beam headlights failed to turn on when prompted. There were no warning indicators illuminated. A dealer and the manufacturer were not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000. The VIN was not available.
Passenger airbag off light is on even with passenger in seat. I am surprise there is not a recall for this problem which can lead to serious injury and even fatalities. Suzuki issued a recall for the grand vitaras. This is down right pathetic and is a slap in the face to their customers. I will definitely be filing a lawsuit about this matter if nothing done about this matter.
Car was traveling between 40-45mph, on a major two lane road. Pavement was wet. Car in front stopped fast, suzuki rear ended that vehicle. Driver only occupant in car suzuki-air bag did not deploy. Front of car crushed back to engine, engine mount broken.
The car lost power suddenly after stopping for a traffic signal. Check engine light came on. Engine never stopped running but would not go faster than about 20mph. Transmission upshifted and down shifted. Orb error codes where p2110, p2106, and p161b. No other codes where stored. It has happened twice in 6 months. After restarting engine check engine light was not on and the car ran normally.
Vehicle has odor of smoke or unknown smell advised suzuki who referred me to someone who does not handle repairs. I advised them I work for an auto body who states vehicle is unsafe to drive- passenger air bag light is also on. Recall notice advises of significant risk of fire. Steering column looks to be warped and ignition switch is not working.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 suzuki forenza. The contact stated that the door locks made a clicking noise while driving as if the locks were going up and down. The contact stated that when the locks were in the down position, they would independently pop back up before the contact could open the door with the key. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000. The VIN was not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 suzuki forenza. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the driver noticed smoke inside the vehicle without warning. The vehicle was pulled over and the driver called for assistance. The contact arrived at the scene, opened the hood, turned off the relay switch, and allowed the vehicle to cool down. There was no fire report filed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (dwayne lane suzuki, 10415 evergreen way, everett, wa, 425‑267‑9000) where it was diagnosed that the relay switch (which controlled the fan for the heater and the air conditioner) caught fire and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 75,000. The VIN was not provided.
While driving the car on the highway the light for the engine came on and the car died. After being towed it was determined that the head was blown. After replacing the engine the light remains on and now there is a problem with the transmission. There is supposed to be a defect in a sensor for the transmission that keeps these problems happening in this vehicle.
Power steering replaced, many tires replaced constantly, transmission replaced, timing belt replaced, seat belts replaced, air bags are in recall and need to be replaced, handles replaced, bad paint clippings on outer handles, co2 sensor replaced, headlight switch recalled and replaced, range mod sensor replaced twice, head gasket broken.
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Questions about the 2007 Suzuki Forenza
Is the 2007 Suzuki Forenza reliable?
Owners have filed 256 complaints about the 2007 Suzuki Forenza, 1.6 times a typical Forenza model year.
What is the 2007 Suzuki Forenza year score?
The 2007 Suzuki Forenza scores 57 out of 100 (below average). The score compares it with the other model years of the Suzuki Forenza: 75 is a typical year, 50 means twice the usual complaints, and serious complaints and recalls lower it.
What is the most common problem with the 2007 Suzuki Forenza?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 129 complaints, typically around 58,000 miles. Next is electrical (51).
How many recalls does the 2007 Suzuki Forenza have?
2 recalls, covering exterior lighting and seat belts.
What year does the Suzuki Forenza have bad transmission?
The Suzuki Forenza model years with the most transmission complaints are 2007 (129 complaints), 2006 (116 complaints) and 2008 (79 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 2007 Suzuki Forenza get?
Official estimates for the 2007 Suzuki Forenza range from 22 to 23 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.0L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 19-20 city and 27-28 highway.
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