Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2005 Suzuki Verona. 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 ↗Daytime Running Light Module Overheating
- Summary
- 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.
- Consequence
- 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.
POWER STEERING PUMP
- Summary
- ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES, THE POWER STEERING PUMP PULLEY MAY SEPARATE FROM THE POWER STEERING PUMP DUE TO INADEQUATE WALL THICKNESS OF THE PULLEY.
- Consequence
- 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.
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Owner complaints (53)
53 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The air bags is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 53 |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 13 | 24.5% |
| Electrical system | 11 | 20.8% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 9 | 17% |
| Power train | 7 | 13.2% |
| Service brakes | 6 | 11.3% |
| Exterior lighting | 5 | 9.4% |
| Engine | 3 | 5.7% |
| Fuel system | 3 | 5.7% |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 5.7% |
| Equipment | 2 | 3.8% |
How 2005 compares with other Verona years
Best and worst Verona years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2004 | 155 | 5 |
| 2005 | 53 | 2 |
| 2006 | 8 | 2 |
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 21 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $3,200
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 423 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 25 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2005 Verona 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
2005 Suzuki Verona FAQ
How many recalls does the 2005 Suzuki Verona have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 14V363000 (lighting), 05V507000 (steering). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2005 Suzuki Verona problems?
Owners filed 53 complaints with NHTSA. Air bags (13), Electrical system (11), Engine and engine cooling (9) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2005 Suzuki Verona get?
EPA rates the 2.5 L 6-cyl · 4-speed automatic version at 18 city, 25 highway and 21 combined mpg.
How does the 2005 Verona compare with other years?
Among the 2004–2006 Suzuki Verona model years at least five years old, the 2006 drew the fewest complaints (8) and the 2004 the most (155). The 2005 drew 53. 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.