2007 Suzuki Forenza: headlights failing or too dim

Filed Nov 19, 2018 · Lights · 75,000 miles · PA

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.

Filed May 24, 2017 · Engine, Steering · 63,000 miles · TX

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.

Filed Apr 17, 2016 · 99,000 miles · DC · crash

I bought this car used from ramsey motors and didnt do any homework on the past owners or accidents. Should of checked into that. Cause I was sold a vehical that had the wiring rigged into the fuze box. This was not noticable to the eye .right before I had the accident the headlights flickered thankfully I was alone and only traveling at 30 MPH. I was crossing a narrow bridge in jasper arkansas and something caused that wire to loose contact with where it was riggd to. I registered my vehical to get more info on the situation and had to bring it home by trailer. The mechanic was informative to what could of caused the headlights to malfunction. I soon found myself with alot of info I wish id a known before I purched the car now I am due for court with several citations due to unsafe vehical . Sucks

Filed Jan 24, 2015 · Electrical, Engine · 80,000 miles · MD

This suzuki needs to be recalled altogether! No one should still be driving these. Not only can the headlights or brake light sensor switches go bad and just stop working, they overheat, drain the battery, overwork the alternator, which then needs to be replaced, the fall displays every gear all at once even while in drive and displaying a speed the vehicle is traveling. The door handles brake off, so you can not escape the death trap. They have blown head gasket, many small oil leaks, tire pressure gage problems, tires/wheels won't align, this balds the tire lop sided so tire blow outs occur more frequently. Half the tone it won't even go, now or won't start at all. Many more issues with this vehicle, buyer beware, do not buy these cars!

Filed Jan 21, 2015 · Electrical, Lights · NC

I received recall notice in regards to the headlamp switch or daytime running light (drl) module which could melt the headlamp switch or the drl module. I took car to dealer and they replaced the signal switch. Now when I start the car the headlights flicker and when I release the parking brake the running lights come on but very dim to bright. I am concerned about the light flicker when starting car.

Filed Nov 3, 2014 · Electrical · FL · fire

Cpsc: x1481026a. 2007 suzuki forenza. Consumer stated the car caught on fire and it was caused by a mechanical failure. *ln the consumer stated prior to the fire, he encountered an issue with the headlights flickering. The headlights would stay on, after the key was removed from the ignition. Also, there was a toxic smell emitting from the vents.

Filed Oct 6, 2014 · Electrical, Lights · AL · fire

2007 suzuki forenza. Consumer states vehicle caught fire. *tgw the consumer stated he/she started to smell smoke, while driving. Once he/she arrived home, and exited the vehicle, it caught on fire. The vehicle was declared a loss. The consumer received a recall notice regarding the headlights, after the vehicle caught on fire.

Filed Aug 27, 2014 · Electrical, Engine · 67,000 miles · FL · fire

I recently lost my car which was a '07 suzuki forenza to what has been described as a mechanical car fire brought on by some sort of mechanical failure. I believe this was a culmination of a series of failures over time despite whatever action I took to avoid it. Initially I encountered intense flickering with my headlamps. Headlights would stay on even after removing the key from the ignition. I believe that the consistence of this occurrence, has caused my vehicle's battery to fail. I ultimately had to have the battery replaced. I would also have a toxic smell come through the ventilation system from time to time. It smelled like something burning and melting. However, I was never able to determine what it was. This was going on intermittently for quite sometime. Then eventually my car was lost to the mechanical car failure fire. I was fortunate to get out of the vehicle with only minor injuries such as burns and smoke inhalation. Incident date: 12/28/2013 incident location: lake worth florida palm beach sheriffs office / lake worth police case # [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Aug 12, 2014 · Electrical, Lights · 104,700 miles · NC

This is the 2nd recall on the drl module in 2 years. I have had to replace my battery terminals on the car. The headlights won't turn off unless I unhook the battery. The recall got started in may 2014, the recall was mailed out in july 2014 and the recall is being done while suzuki does not have the parts. The car company will take for ever to get the parts. I called suzuki and was told that if my car catches on fire it is not their concern. In the meantime I have no other way to work. I can not register the car, can not do the inspection, can not drive it. This is such a hardship for a lot of people. Suzuki says that they will put you through to their corporate office, but that is a big joke. Is it any wonder why they have not sold new vehicles in the us since 2012.I just want my car fixed and suzuki will take care of all the electrical wrongs on my car. If enough people complain something will get done.

Filed Jul 23, 2014 · Electrical, Lights · 83,222 miles · CA

Head lights stay on running battery down. Called suzuki regarding posted, may 2014 for day light running light issues and they haven't decided recall/repairs, that I would receive a letter if recall is issued. Constantly have to have assistance to jump the battery.

Filed Nov 18, 2013 · Lights, Seat belts · 54,000 miles · SC

Headlamp just stopped working . I changed the relay then the fuse and also the light itself still not working I know there was a eall on the model of the year before, I can only assume that they used those parts for my car..

Filed Nov 13, 2013 · Driver assistance, Electrical · 46,000 miles · TN · fire

On 11/11/2013 my car was parked in my driveway and caught fire (electrical) this is one of the recalls on this vehicle,(certain passenger vehicles, headlamp low beam or daytime running light (drl) function may be inoperative due to a melted splice pack on the wiring harness). I have had these problems with my vehicle the headlamp low beam and the daytime running light, would not turn on or off.