Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2003 Suzuki Aerio. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗SHIFT CABLE RETAINING CLIP
- Summary
- ON CERTAIN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS, DUE TO IMPROPER SHAPE OF THE CLIP, THE RETAINING CLIP THAT KEEPS THE GEAR SHIFT CABLE ATTACHED TO THE GEAR SHIFT LEVER CAN CONTACT THE GEAR SHIFT LEVER HOUSING IF EXCESSIVE LATERAL FORCE IS APPLIED WHEN SHIFTING TO FIRST GEAR.
- Consequence
- REPEATED SHIFTING IN THIS MANNER CAN EVENTUALLY CAUSE THE RETAINING CLIP TO BREAK. IF THE RETAINING CLIP BREAKS, THE SHIFT CABLE CAN BECOME DISCONNECTED FROM THE SHIFT LEVER, RESULTING IN LOSS OF THE ABILITY TO CHANGE TRANSMISSION GEARS.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE GEAR SHIFT CABLE RETAINING CLIP WITH A CLIP THAT HAS A DIFFERENT SHAPE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 13, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT AMERICAN SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.
SUZUKI/FMVSS 212/WINDSHIELD MOUNTING
- Summary
- CERTAIN PASSENGER (111 MY 2002 ESTEEM, 777 MY 2002 AERIO, 2,368 MY 2003 AERIO) AND SPORT UTILITY (324 MY 2002 GRAND VITARA, 274 MY 2003 GRAND VITARA, 684 MY 2002 GRAND VITARA XL-7, AND 781 MY 2003 GRAND VITARA XL-7) VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 212, 'WINDSHIELD MOUNTING." THE WINDSHIELD MAY NOT BE PROPERLY SECURED TO THE VEHICLE BODY DUE TO INSUFFICIENT ADHESION BETWEEN THE PAINT APPLIED DURING THE SECOND-STAGE PAINTING PROCESS AND THE PAINT APPLIED DURING FINAL-STAGE PAINTING.
- Consequence
- IF THE WINDSHIELD IS NOT PROPERLY SECURED, IT MAY SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE DURING A CRASH WHICH COULD RESULT IN THE EJECTION OF UNBELTED OCCUPANTS, INCREASING THE RISK OF SEVERE INJURY OR DEATH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT THESE VEHICLES. VEHICLES THAT ARE FOUND TO HAVE INSUFFICIENT PAINT ADHESION WILL EITHER HAVE THE PROBLEM REMEDIED BY REPAINTING, OR WILL BE REPLACED, OR REPURCHASED AND DESTROYED. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON JULY 8, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT SUZUKI AT 1-800-934-0934.
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Owner complaints (36)
36 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The power train is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 36 |
|---|---|---|
| Power train | 11 | 30.6% |
| Wheels | 6 | 16.7% |
| Service brakes | 3 | 8.3% |
| Electrical system | 2 | 5.6% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 5.6% |
| Steering | 2 | 5.6% |
| Tires | 2 | 5.6% |
| Air bags | 1 | 2.8% |
| Electronic stability control | 1 | 2.8% |
| Engine | 1 | 2.8% |
How 2003 compares with other Aerio years
Best and worst Aerio years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 13 | 2 |
| 2003 | 36 | 2 |
| 2004 | 14 | 1 |
| 2005 | 22 | 1 |
| 2006 | 27 | 1 |
| 2007 | 3 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 25 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,700
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 356 g/mi
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 25 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 28 / 25 | $2,700 | 356 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 29 / 25 | $2,700 | 356 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 28 / 25 | $2,700 | 356 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 29 / 25 | $2,700 | 356 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 26 / 23 | $2,900 | 386 |
| 2 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 26 / 23 | $2,900 | 386 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2003 Aerio for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2003 Suzuki Aerio FAQ
How many recalls does the 2003 Suzuki Aerio have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 07V307000 (power train), 03V223000 (visibility). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2003 Suzuki Aerio problems?
Owners filed 36 complaints with NHTSA. Power train (11), Wheels (6), Service brakes (3) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2003 Suzuki Aerio get?
EPA rates the 2 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic version at 22 city, 28 highway and 25 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2003 Aerio compare with other years?
Among the 2002–2007 Suzuki Aerio model years at least five years old, the 2007 drew the fewest complaints (3) and the 2003 the most (36). The 2003 drew 36. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.