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2004 Suzuki Forenza recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2004 Suzuki Forenza. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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2004 Suzuki Forenza recalls, newest first

May 19, 2014NHTSA 14V262000184,244 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting › Headlights

Summary
Suzuki Motor of America, Inc. (Suzuki) is recalling certain model year 2004-2008 Forenza vehicles, and 2005-2008 Reno vehicles manufactured from September 1, 2003, through July 30, 2008. In the affected vehicles, heat may be generated in the headlamp switch or daytime running light (DRL) module which could melt the headlamp switch or the DRL module.
Consequence
If the heat generated within the headlamp switch or DRL module located on the left side of the steering column melts the headlamp switch or DRL module, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy
Suzuki will replace the signal switch and add a jumper relay kit and will replace the DRL Module in teh instrument panel harness. Suzuki distributed to owners an interim letter on July 30, 2014. The recall began October 29, 2014. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934. Suzuki's number for this recall is XA.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 14, 2012NHTSA 12V397000101,688 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting › Headlights

Summary
Suzuki is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 Forenza and model year 2005-2006 Reno vehicles manufactured from September 23, 2003, through March 7, 2006. Increased resistance due to poor contact between the terminals of certain wires can generate heat that can melt the splice pack used to connect the power circuit wires for the headlamps. This can result in intermittent or total loss of low/high beam headlamp function.
Consequence
If the headlamps fail to function, this will lead to reduced driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Suzuki will notify owners, and Suzuki dealers will reconnect the affected wires with two heat-shrink crimps, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 25, 2012. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-877-697-8985.
Components
Exterior lighting › Headlights; Electrical system › Wiring › Interior/under dash

This recall on nhtsa.gov

September 25, 2007NHTSA 07V45200093,963 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting

Summary
On 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.
Consequence
Inappropriate lighting could reduce visibility of vehicles and increase the potential for a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will splice the power circuit wires for the low-beam headlamps and drl free of charge. The recall will be mailed in three phases, starting at the end of October 2007 and concluding by the end of January 2008;. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

January 28, 2005NHTSA 05V02200037,796 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch

Summary
On certain passenger vehicles, the brake light switch may become misadjusted if an upward/rearward force is applied to the brake pedal. If this should occur, the brake light switch will not function properly, causing the brake lights, including the high mounted stop lamp, to remain illuminated continuously without brake pedal application, with the ignition switch in the on or off position.
Consequence
If the brake lights remain on continuously while driving,a following driver may not know when your brakes have been applied, and a rear-end crash could occur without prior warning. This condition may also discharge the vehicle's battery, and, the automatic transmission torque converter clutch, cruise control and traction control system, if equipped, will become disabled.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the brake light switch free of charge. The recall began on March 16, 2005. Owners may contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

October 29, 2003NHTSA 03V4260007,797 vehicles potentially affected

Air bags › Frontal

Summary
On certain passenger cars, the dual stage driver's air bag deploys in an improper sequence.
Consequence
If the driver's air bag deploys improperly during a frontal vehicle crash, the driver could be severely injured or killed.
Remedy
Dealers will install an adapting wiring harness. Owner notification began on October 30, 2003, to verona vehicle owners. All forenza vehicles were repaired at the port of entry. There are no owner notifications necessary for the forenza model vehicles. Owners should contact Suzuki at 1-800-934-0934.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 63 complaints about the 2004 Suzuki Forenza with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
9
Fires reported
5
Injuries reported
6
Deaths reported
0

Most complained-about components

  1. Exterior lighting11
  2. Engine and engine cooling9
  3. Electrical system7
  4. Vehicle speed control5
  5. Air bags4

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Other 2004 Suzuki models

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Questions

Does the 2004 Suzuki Forenza have any recalls?
5 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: exterior lighting, electrical system, air bags. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2004 Suzuki Forenza recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Suzuki dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2004 Suzuki Forenza?
63 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.