When my car is switched into reverse or drive, it will jerk very loudly then proceed to not switch into any gears higher than 3rd. Sometimes when I go into reverse, it will jerk and swing back quickly with little acceleration. It has continued for 5 months - looking online so many others are having this problem with this faulty piece of equipment.
The worst 2006 Suzuki Verona problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Transmission7
- Electrical3
- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
- Engine1
Problems by type
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- Transmission7
- Electrical3
- Acceleration1
- Brakes1
- Engine1
- Lights1
- Steering1
- Tires1
- Visibility1
Recalls 2
Exterior lighting: headlights
- What is wrong
- Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 Verona vehicles manufactured June 2003 to October 2005. In the affected vehicles, there may be heat generated within the DRL module located in the instrument panel, which could melt the DRL module.
- Risk
- If the DRL module melts due to the heat generation, it could cause a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Suzuki will notify owners, and dealers will replace the DRL module in the instrument panel, free of charge. The recall began on November 5, 2014. Owners can contact Suzuki customer service at 1‑800‑934‑0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is XC.
Recall number 14V363000 · Recall details
Steering: hydraulic power assist: pump
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles, the power steering pump pulley may separate from the power steering pump due to inadequate wall thickness of the pulley.
- Risk
- This condition can cause the power steering pump drive belt to disconnect resulting in heavy steering, and can lead to engine overheating or to battery discharge and engine stall.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the power steering pump pulley and, if necessary, replace it. The recall began on december 1, 2005. Owners may contact suzuki at 1‑800‑934‑0934.
Recall number 05V507000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2006 Suzuki Verona 8
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...
- Suzuki: automatic transmission shift lever is loose in the shift gate and/or ignition key cannot be removed
- Automatic transmission control module initialization procedure
- Automatic transmission control module initialization procedure
- Engine runs rough and hesitates on acceleration when cold, malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on
- Emission recall campaign kk, ECM software update for P0454 (fuel tank pressure sensor circuit intermittent)
- Automatic transmission diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0703 is present
2006 Suzuki Verona 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 6‑cyl | FWD | 17 | 25 | 20 |
What 2006 Suzuki Verona owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
I was going to start driving and when I shifted into reverse the shift screen got all jumbled and made a loud clunking noise, then reversed and went into drive and the car would hardly drive at all the RPM's were close to 2500 and car hardly moving at first, thought it was the transmission itself and found out that it is the transmission range sensor by multiple people having the same issue. Did not have the issue with it happening while driving yet but I have a kid to worry about!
Transmission jerking when shifting to 2nd to 3rd gear codes are p0783, p0741, p0700.
I have had problems with my 2006 suzuki verona for the past 2 1/2 years. We have owned if for almost 3 1/2. We took it back to the dealer just a year after owning it complaining of a clunking noise. All they did was update the software on it. They would not fix it unless a light was on. It would not generate a code back then, according to the dealership. Now 2 1/2 years later, they say the transmission range sensor is bad. After reading several forums, it sounds like this happens a lot on this type of car and suzuki's in general. It is scheduled for repair next tuesday.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 suzuki verona. While driving at speeds of 5 MPH in snowy weather, the transmission began slipping while traveling uphill. The dealer stated that the accelerator pedal attempted to synchronize with the computer. The contact stated that the transmission had previously been repaired under the factory warranty due to the identical failure. The manufacturer was contacted and was hesitant to offer any assistance with a second repair to the transmission per the factory warranty. He was advised by the manufacturer to have repairs performed on the vehicle in accordance with his automobile insurance policy. The VIN was not available when the complaint was filed. The approximate failure mileage was 15,000 and the current mileage was 63,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 suzuki verona. Whenever the contact attempts to drive the vehicle, it will not accelerate past the first gear. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the main computer module, transmission module, and the throttle body all needed to be replaced. The failures still persist. The current and failure mileages were 12,900. Updated 09/01/09
So far, windshield wiper arm came loose and flopped around while driving in severe storm. Transmission makes a loud clunk when re accelerating at 5 and 20 MPH. Windshield wiper arm was tightened, no prob. Since. Transmission still clunks and have had in to dealer 4 times already. They have replaced a control arm and a ball joint. Then had to take back to have steering wheel realigned due to their neglect. After that steering wheel made a clicking noise for about a week. Dealership claims they are unable to find the source of the clunk or to even re create it. It happens for me daily. Next car completely shut off and steering wheel locked up at night while I was driving through a parking garage. Unable to steer car. Today, brakes acted like they weren't going to stop the car, sounded and felt like a spring that is being depressed and not able to compensate for the load. My main complaint,concern is that car will shut off in traffic and I will not be able to steer and will cause an accident. Also, that the clunking in transmission and is a design defect.
Interior lights do not dim below half brightness. With the white face gauges on the verona this is very distracting at night.
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Questions about the 2006 Suzuki Verona
Is the 2006 Suzuki Verona reliable?
Owners have filed 8 complaints about the 2006 Suzuki Verona, fewer than a typical Verona model year.
What is the 2006 Suzuki Verona year score?
The 2006 Suzuki Verona scores 94 out of 100 (good). The score compares it with the other model years of the Suzuki Verona: 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 2006 Suzuki Verona?
Transmission and drivetrain, with 7 complaints, typically around 70,000 miles. Next is electrical (3).
How many recalls does the 2006 Suzuki Verona have?
2 recalls, covering exterior lighting and steering.
What gas mileage does the 2006 Suzuki Verona get?
Official estimates for the 2006 Suzuki Verona range from 20 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.5L 6-cyl, FWD) gets 17 city and 25 highway.
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