2007 Suzuki Forenza: engine stalls while driving

Filed Jun 12, 2015 · Engine, Fuel system · 90,000 miles · NC

Driving along when all of a sudden the engine just cut off, I still had electrical power, all systems were still working. I got to side of road turned everything off. I then tried starting the engine, after about three or four times the engine would start. I then drove the car trying to get home, when I would come to a stop light the engine would stall again. This could cause a very bad accident if on an interstate at high speed.

Filed Apr 8, 2015 · Engine · 58,000 miles · PA

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 suzuki forenza. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the contact heard a noise as the vehicle stalled. Upon further inspection, the contact noticed that the engine had fractured. In addition, the contact stated that the vehicle previously jerked. The engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a mechanic. The mechanic diagnosed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. However, the engine warning light remained illuminated. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 58,000.

Filed Feb 10, 2015 · Engine · 86,000 miles · GA

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 suzuki forenza. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled several times without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle but the failure was progressing. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 86,000.

Filed May 22, 2014 · Transmission · 63,000 miles · FL

After being parked for a while the car jerks when I shift to reverse as well as makes some kind of clunking sound. Afterward, when I shift to drive, there is a marked delay prior to acceleration. This also happens whenever I come to a complete stop at traffic lights, stop signs etc. I'm wondering if this is the transmission sensor again which I had to replace in 2011 @ 30k miles because my car would stall while in operation. This transmission sensor issue is way too common in these cars for suzuki to not have issued any kind of statement or provided any restitution yet. I'm dreading having to pay another $200+ for repairs. This is a dangerous defect and they shouldn't wait like gm to deal with it. These vehicles should be recalled.

Filed Sep 21, 2013 · Electrical, Engine · 68,200 miles · NC

Was driving and transmission range sensor went bad and car jumped out of gear no warning. Traffic behind almost collided. My 4 year old was in back seat. Very scary. Called suzuki and they said this is an extremely common problem considering my make, model, mileage. So why am I, a single disabled mother, responsible for getting a well known, unsafe manufacturer issue repaired..... I can't afford this and from what I was told most people with similar issue had this problem not only once but few months after getting repair done. This is extremely unsafe! Car shifting and stalling while at full speed! Me and my son could have been seriously hurt! Planning to call suzuki customer relations to see if they can fix issue because it is not fair that I have to come up with way to repair such a dangerous problem so many suzuki owners have experienced.

Filed Feb 13, 2013 · Transmission · 69,028 miles · SC

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 suzuki forenza. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, the check engine warning light illuminated as the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis and the contact was informed that the transmission range sensor would need to be replaced. The contact stated that the transmission range sensor had been replaced twice prior to the recent failure. The failure was recurring without a permanent remedy however, the part was replaced a third time. The failure and current mileage was 69,028.

Filed Nov 28, 2012 · Transmission · 69,108 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 suzuki forenza. The contact stated that while driving 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle also stalled while the contact was driving in reverse. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic. The mechanic replaced the throttle body but the repair did not remedy the stalling issue. The contact called the dealer and explained the failure. The dealer advised the contact that the transmission range switch was defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 69,108.

Filed Nov 14, 2012 · Transmission · 50,000 miles · AL

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 suzuki forenza. While parked, the contact attempted to place the vehicle into reverse but the vehicle stalled. The contact stated that the air bag, check engine and the seat belt warning lights were illuminated after the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing who advised that the transmission range sensor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised that the vehicle was not included in any recall. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure and the current mileage was 50,000.

Filed May 17, 2012 · Acceleration, Driver assistance · 44,000 miles · GA

I was driving down the expressway and I was doing 65 MPH and my car started stalling as I pressed the gas then I floored the gas because my car was starting to reverse down the expressway all of a sudden my car froze and my computer on my dash had all the letters scrambled for drive, reverse, park etc and had a line through it I was soooo scared I had a big truck behind me.

Filed Apr 1, 2011 · Engine · 34,000 miles · PA

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 suzuki forenza. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle approximately fifteen minutes after the failure. The contact was able to secure an appointment with the local dealer for diagnostic testing of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 34,000.

Filed Aug 18, 2009 · Transmission · 32,000 miles · FL

My daughter owns a 2007 forenza; she was recently driving down the road and began to notice a hesitation on the vehicle while driving; she then felt an acceleration and a deceleration on the vehicle - as if it wanted to stall and shut off. A few days later she was about to park and felt a sudden jerk and funny sound coming from the engine compartment - she turned off the vehicle and waited for approximately one hour; the vehicle started and she was told to leave it at home. The following day I brought it in to a suzuki dealer for service - I was told that the transmission sensor needed to be replaced - thank god my 19 year old did not get involved in an auto accident to the acceleration of this vehicle. Please have this sensor checked out on all your suzuki forenza's. Oh and give thanks to the fact that my warranty still had 3,000 miles left on it. I am now in doubt of this suzuki - I would feel much more comfortable if suzuki would extend their warranty to 5 years/50,000 miles instead 3 years/36,000 miles. I believe if suzuki believes in their vehicles then they should honor the request.

Filed Dec 23, 2008 · Engine · 11 miles · TX

Tl*the contact owns a 2007 suzuki forenza. While driving approximately 65 MPH, the contact heard a dripping sound underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was returned to its place of purchase and the dealer also stated that there was an issue with the passenger side air bag . The contact was informed that the sensor was working properly and the dripping sound was caused by the condensation from the air conditioner. A few months later, the motor began making a knocking sound. She took the vehicle to a repair shop and they stated that the sound was coming from the top part of her motor. She took the vehicle to the dealer and they kept it for over a month; however, the knocking sound remained. Three weeks later, a suzuki specialist replaced the motor. Even after the motor was replaced, the knocking sound persisted. The contact was informed that the vehicle was working in the manner it was designed. Weeks after the contact retrieved the vehicle, the noise grew louder. The vehicle was returned to the dealer and they stated that they only replaced the top part of the motor. They kept the vehicle and checked the oil level. Days after retrieving the vehicle, while traveling and coming to a stop sign, it suddenly stalled and lost all power. The vehicle was taken to her residence and she believes that the vehicle is a lemon and full of manufacturer defects. She cannot afford any more repairs or towing. The failure mileage was 11 and current mileage was 40,000.